Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso explains Deano van Rooyen's lack of game time
What happened
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has commented on why defender Deano van Rooyen, formerly of Orlando Pirates, has not been getting game time. According to Goal.com, Cardoso said, "We don't expose players to a public environment."
When it started
The exact publication date is not stated in the headlines. A FARPost link in the sources carries a 2026/11/05 date in its web address, which suggests the reporting is from around 5 November 2026.
How it spread
Several South African outlets, including FARPost, Goal.com and the Hollywoodbets Sports Blog, have covered Cardoso's remarks. The coverage is based on the coach's comments about the player's limited playing time, and the sources provided do not include full quotes beyond the one cited.
Why it matters
Van Rooyen's playing time at Sundowns has drawn attention, and the coach's explanation is the main point in the reports. The sources do not give further detail on the specific reasons behind his selection decisions.
Sources
- FARPost ZA: Why Miguel Cardoso is yet to play Deano van Rooyen at Mamelodi Sundowns
- Goal.com: Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso explains Deano van Rooyen's lack of game time - 'We don't expose players to a public environment'
- Hollywoodbets Sports Blog: Mamelodi Sundowns’ Miguel Cardoso lifts the lead on ex-Orlando Pirates defender Deano van Rooyen