Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane never doubted his team would be crowned 2017-18 Premier Soccer League (PSL) champions. Sundowns went to a record eighth PSL title — their closest challengers are Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates with four apiece – by efficiently dispatching Ajax Cape Town 3-1 at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Saturday. Mosimane notched his third league title‚ all at Downs‚ to add to his two cups at the Brazilians and two more at SuperSport United‚ confirming himself as SA’s premier football manager. Sundowns regained the 2015-16 title they conceded to Bidvest Wits last season. Downs had set a mammoth record of 71 points that season. This season they clinched the title with 59 points, an unassailable seven over second-placed Orlando Pirates (52), and can go to a maximum 62 if they beat Bloemfontein Celtic in their final game on May 12. Mosimane said the low points total was an indication of a tightly contested league. Mosimane paid tribute to his players for winning t...
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