SUNSETS
Peter Shalulile’s return to action for Mamelodi Sundowns against Wydad Casablanca in the AFL Cup final will be greatly anticipated. Since August, the explosive 30-year-old forward has been out due to an ankle injury. Shalulile has scored five goals across all competitions this season, making a big impact even in his absence.
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His timely return to full fitness will help Sundowns in their quest to defeat Wydad Casablanca in the pivotal championship game.
A FAVORABLE EVALUATION BY THE COACH
The 36-year-old mentor of Mamelodi Sundowns, Robert Marawa, expressed his satisfaction with Shalulile’s recuperation progress in an interview. Important players like Lucas Ribeiro, Bathusi Aubaas, and Shalulile himself have improved, according to the coach.
“I noticed a much improved Lucas.” I saw [Bathusi] Aubaas in a far better light. And I witnessed a considerably improved Peter Shalulile,” the FARPOST stated.
Despite the fact that we still have a number of training sessions left, there are no guarantees just yet. Just by virtue of being in stage three, they are about to enter the phase where they will collaborate with the conditioning coaches to evaluate and test their level from a conditioning perspective.
I saw him after the boys made a full recovery and we had a medical check-up. Like many of the others, he appears to be in a good space. I hope he’s prepared,” he continued.
He did, however, stress that final evaluations will be conducted in conjunction with conditioning coaches and that there are currently no guarantees. However, the coach’s encouraging words suggest that Shalulile might be prepared for the championship match.
THE VALUE OF GOAL ADVANTAGE AWAY
Mamelodi Sundowns can find comfort in the away goal they scored against Casablanca, despite losing the first leg 2-1. If the scores are tied overall, the away goal may be crucial in determining the victor. Sundowns are more inspired and self-assured as they get ready to play in front of their passionate home crowd at Loftus Stadium thanks to this advantage.
The two teams are matched up in what looks to be a thrilling match that will leave fans talking in the
