The news that Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso is optimistic about Monnapule Saleng's chances of making his debut this season has the club's supporters wishing for the best. Saleng played for Orlando Pirates before.

Sundowns fans have been waiting impatiently for the arrival of talented attacker Saleng to Chloorkop to see how he affects the team. Cardoso has not revealed the precise date of the winger's long-awaited debut, but it is approaching quickly.

On Sunday, October 18, 2026, Sundowns will take on Wiliete SC of Angola in the CAF Champions League. The match at Estádio Nacional da Tundavala is scheduled to start at 17:00 South African time.

Cardoso brought up the fact that Sundowns have more offensive alternatives this year than in previous campaigns while talking about the competition for roster berths. He stressed the importance of players putting forth effort throughout training if they want to be considered for opportunities.

Lebo Mothiba was available but not used in the match, yet the Portuguese coach nonetheless chose him to show that the team had depth.

Saleng and Tsiki Ntsabeleng were mentioned by Cardoso while they were talking about the importance of competition for places.

Since Saleng is a player in whom Cardoso has placed his trust, the latter is positive that the former will start.

Coach continued by saying that he and his players needed to trust each other since, in his opinion, better results are the product of strong relationships.

With his speed, ingenuity, and attacking ability, Saleng might provide Sundowns with a new weapon in their pursuit of domestic and continental glory.

Despite Cardoso's claims that Saleng is still heavily involved in his plans, the winger's availability for the encounter against Wiliete SC remains uncertain.

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