In the lead-up to today’s big match against Kaizer Chiefs, there’s quite a buzz surrounding Mamelodi Sundowns.
The spotlight is on head coach Manqoba Mngqithi, who has made a surprising choice by leaving out Teboho Mokoena from the squad once again.
Fans are scratching their heads, trying to figure out what’s behind this ongoing decision.
Teboho Mokoena’s Ongoing Absence
The 27-year-old midfielder hasn’t seen action in four consecutive matches for Masandawana, raising eyebrows among supporters.
There’s been rampant speculation that tensions may have arisen between Mokoena and Mngqithi, especially following Mokoena’s meeting with Economic Freedom Fighters leader Julius Malema.
Notably, both he and teammate Khuliso Mudau have been left out of the squad for an extended period.
While Mudau made it to the bench for the clash against Chiefs, Mokoena remains sidelined.
Concerns for Bafana Bafana
This week, former Sundowns striker Katlego Mphela weighed in on the situation, suggesting that the absence of both Mokoena and Mudau could have implications for Bafana Bafana in the long run.
“It really depends on who is available and which position we’re discussing,” Mphela shared with Soccer Laduma.
He acknowledged the depth in the defense, mentioning that several defenders are currently performing well.
However, he expressed concern about Mokoena’s specific role, noting that younger players are stepping up but might not yet match Mokoena’s experience.
Fans Demand Answers
As kickoff approaches, Sundowns fans are once again voicing their frustrations over Mokoena’s exclusion from the squad against Chiefs.
Coach Mngqithi has stood by his decision, defending the choices made in his lineup.
With so much attention on this decision, the question remains: what’s next for Teboho Mokoena and his future with the team?
