Once Brazilians, Now Game Changers: Former Sundowns Pair Shine for Wydad

 

Last night brought a wave of nostalgia and pride as I watched a duo of former Mamelodi Sundowns stars light up the pitch for Wydad Athletic Club. Their contributions weren’t just eye-catching — they were crucial. Both players found the back of the net, helping Wydad secure a vital win that keeps their CAF Champions League qualification hopes alive, albeit hanging by a thread.

Seeing these familiar faces — once heroes in Chloorkop yellow — now making their mark in Morocco, reminded me just how much talent Sundowns has nurtured over the years. Their goals weren’t just about skill, but about character, experience, and that big-match mentality they once honed in the PSL.

Wydad have had a tough run this season, but performances like last night show they’re not done yet. With players like these stepping up, there's still a flicker of hope for a late surge into continental football.

No matter where they go, it’s clear — once a Sundowns star, always a Sundowns star.