Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has explained why the club decided to give Monnapule Saleng an opportunity, making it clear that the Brazilians are willing to give players a chance to improve, learn from their mistakes and prove their value.

Cardoso stressed that Sundowns do not exclude anyone, explaining that Saleng has been given an opportunity to address the areas of his career that require improvement and demonstrate the consistency expected at a club competing for major honours.

“We don't exclude no one and I think that's the opportunity we gave to Saleng, for him to go over his faults and understand himself and show consistency and train systematically in a good level and be aware of the things that were important to change,” Cardoso said.

The coach's comments highlight the importance of discipline, consistency and personal development within the Sundowns setup. While talent remains an important quality for any footballer, maintaining high standards in training and matches is equally essential for players who want to establish themselves in a competitive squad.

Saleng made his name at Orlando Pirates, where his attacking qualities, creativity and ability to influence matches attracted considerable attention. His performances established him as one of the exciting attacking players in South African football, making his subsequent move into the Sundowns picture a development that has attracted interest from supporters.

However, Cardoso's explanation suggests that the opportunity is not simply about what a player has achieved in the past. Instead, the focus is on what Saleng can demonstrate moving forward, particularly in terms of his attitude, training standards and ability to deliver consistently.

At a club with ambitions of winning domestic and continental trophies, competition for places can be intense. Every player must work to meet the technical team's expectations, and opportunities must be supported by consistent performances.

Cardoso's position also sends a message to the rest of the squad that players can be given opportunities to improve, provided they understand what needs to change and commit themselves to the process.

For Saleng, the challenge will be to make the most of the opportunity and show that he can contribute meaningfully to Sundowns' ambitions. Supporters will be eager to see how he adapts to the club's demands and whether he can rediscover the form that made him such an exciting name in South African football.

The coach has made his position clear: the door is open, but consistency, commitment and improvement will be crucial if Saleng wants to make a lasting impression at Chloorkop.

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