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Mamelodi Sundowns F.C.

Mamelodi Sundowns F.C.

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Mamelodi Sundowns F.C. is a professional football club based in Pretoria, South Africa, known for its rich history and success in African football.

The club competes in the Premier Soccer League, the top tier of South African football.

Founded in the 1970s, Mamelodi Sundowns plays its home games at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium.

Биография

Formation

Mamelodi Sundowns Football Club, a prominent South African professional football club, was established in the early 1960s in Marabastad, Pretoria. Founded by a group of local youngsters, including notable figures like Frank "ABC" Motsepe and Ingle Singh, the club was initially named Marabastad Sundowns, drawing inspiration from an earlier amateur club of the same name. In 1970, the club was officially renamed Mamelodi Sundowns after being sold to Dr. Bonny Sebotsane and Dr. Motsiri Itsweng, marking its relocation to the township of Mamelodi.

Early Years and Growth

In the 1970s, Sundowns joined the Federation Professional Football League and reached the finals of the Coca-Cola Cup in 1973, although they lost to Berea United. The club's journey continued as they became part of the National Professional Soccer League in 1978, where they faced challenges in gaining promotion to the top tier. Over the years, Sundowns developed a reputation for resilience and determination, eventually establishing themselves as a formidable force in South African football.

Success and Legacy

Mamelodi Sundowns is celebrated as one of the most successful clubs in African football history. They have garnered numerous accolades, including the prestigious African Club of the Year award in 2016 and multiple PSL team of the season titles. Their success extends to various cup competitions, with victories in the Telkom Charity Cup and the Carling Black Label Cup, showcasing their dominance in South African football. With a rich history and a legacy of excellence, Sundowns continue to inspire future generations of footballers in the region.

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History

1964–1970: Beginnings

Sundowns Football Club originated around Marabastad, a cosmopolitan area north west of the Pretoria CBD in the early sixties, where it was formed by a group of youngsters residing in the area. The club mentions individuals such as Frank "ABC" Motsepe, Roy Fischer, Ingle Singh and Bernard Hartze and as part of its founding young stars. The newly established team was named Marabastad Sundowns after an amateur club called Sundowns, which existed in the 1940s, also formed in Marabastad.

In 1969, Ingle "Jinx" Singh, one of the founding players for Sundowns and later owner of both Marabastad Sundowns and Pretoria City (which later became SuperSport United F.C.), decided to sell the club to Dr. Bonny Sebotsane, Dr. Motsiri Itsweng. The club was moved to the nearby township of Mamelodi and was officially established and renamed as Mamelodi Sundowns in 1970.

1970–1988: Zola Mahobe, Stan Tshabalala and the "Mr Cool" Years

The club was affiliated with the Federation Professional Football League in 1973 and in the same year reached the finals of the Coca-Cola Cup, where they played against Berea United and lost 5–3. In 1978, Sundowns joined the National Professional Soccer League after the merger of the National Football League and the previous iteration of the National Professional Soccer League. This meant Sundowns played in the second division of the new league. For five years 'Downs battled to gain promotion and managed to earn its place in…

League
Premier Soccer League
League
South African Premier Division

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Honours

S Shared record

Awards

African Club of the Year: 2016 South African team of the year: 2016 PSL team of the season: 2015–16, 2013–14

Friendly cup competitions

Shell Helix Cup

Winners: 2018 Telkom Charity Cup

Winners(5): 1991, 2000, 2004, 2005, 2006 Carling Black Label Cup

Winners: 2022 Ohlsson's Challenge Cup

Winners: 1988

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Description

association football club in South Africa

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Mamelodi Sundowns Football Club is a South African professional football club based in Mamelodi, Pretoria, Gauteng that plays in the Premiership, the first tier of South African football league system. Founded in the 1970s, they play their home games in the Loftus Versfeld Stadium. Sundowns are regarded as one of the most successful clubs in African football.

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