Manqoba Mngqithi says Mamelodi Sundowns played well but showed arrogance

Mamelodi Sundowns co-coach Manqoba Mngqithi was pleased with his side’s performance against Orlando Pirates, but also noted that there were signs of arrogance creeping in.

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Masandawana fell to second place in the DStv Premiership standings after AmaZulu beat Golden Arrows 1-0 on Saturday, but reclaimed the spot thanks to a 3-0 hammering of Orlando Pirates.

Although Manqoba Mngqithi was impressed by his players, he was also somewhat disappointed that they lacked humility.

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They really fought. They knew how important it was. And I said it before the match that Sundowns is going to play,” he told SuperSport TV.

“And I knew we are ready psychologically. And we are ready physically to really fight. We could have done better. I still believe there were some opportunities that ended up not being utilised properly. But credit to be given to the boys. They put in a really good fight and we are happy that they stuck to the plan and the tactics on the day.

Manqoba Mngqithi added: “When we win we must always win with a lot of humility.

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“And I was not happy with the sounds the players were making when we were keeping possession. That is a sign of arrogance and personally I am someone who doesn’t like people that are arrogant.

“We are playing against a very respectable brand and a team that really plays well. They have not lost too many matches. And it’s not by chance and now when you happen to beat them don’t think now you must embarrass and make them to look like they are amateurish.

“They have got some of their key players injured. Lorch was not here and you know what Lorch can do to us.

“But credit must be given to my boys.”

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