The Nambian international joined the 100 club in the PSL after he bagged a brace in Sundowns’ commanding 4-1 victory over CR Belouizdad in the quarter-final first leg of the Caf Champions League this weekend.

Shalulile now becomes the seventh player to reach this feat behind Siyabonga Nomvethe, Mabhuti Khenyeza, Daniel Mudau, Tico Tico Bucuane, Collins Mbesuma and most recently Bradley Grobler.

Sundowns legends as well as teammates have since praised Shalulile’s work ethic and insatiable eye for goal.

“He wants to achieve more. He’s someone who is always hungry,” says teammate Mothubi Mvala.

“I call him a monster, because he wants to get the ball and put it in the back of the net. You can see the power he has and the technique. He doesn’t score beautiful goals, he’s just scoring goals,” Legendary Sundowns striker Daniel ‘Mambush’ Mudau said.

“And that’s why the supporters like him.”

Meanwhile Ugandan goalkeeper Denis Onyango and Zambian keeper Kennedy Mweene also paid their respect to the Namibian striker.

“He’s a nightmare to goalkeepers, including us, because what he does on the pitch on match day is what he does in training. He’s one guy who really likes to hit the back of the net,” said Ugandan keeper Dennis Onyango.

“It’s the hard work. He puts goalkeepers under pressure. He’s got that thing that one out of 10 times, the goalkeeper will make a mistake and he capitalists,” Kennedy Mweene said.

1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ and counting! Here’s to many more Sha Sha! 💯#Sundowns #TotalEnergiesCAFCL pic.twitter.com/YhG6GL4Qya

— Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) April 23, 2023

1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀!

Congratulations 👏to our Namibian goalscoring powerhouse Peter Shalulile on reaching 1⃣0⃣0⃣ Career Club Goals! 👆#Sundowns #DownsLive #TotalEnergiesCAFCL pic.twitter.com/Eu890TM2Aj

— Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) April 22, 2023

𝗣𝗘𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝟭𝟬𝟬 𝗖𝗟𝗨𝗕 💯

Last night Peter Shalulile joined the centurion club as he reached 100 career club goals!

Watch along as we pay a fitting tribute to our Namibian Marksman! 🎯#Sundowns pic.twitter.com/gDgXuZZCui

— Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) April 23, 2023

Photo by Djaffar Lakjal/BackpagePix

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Downs face Wits in the semi-finals of the Nedbank Cup at the Orlando Stadium on Saturday, but will be without a number of players heading into their first game of the restart.

Mosimane said that on top of a number of injuries and illnesses, striker Mauricio Affonso is stuck in Uruguay and unable to travel back to South Africa.

‘We have Jose Ali Meza injured, the next two days we will make an assessment to see if he is available. We have Anele Ngconca injured, we have Kapinga injured, though of course, he is not playing,’ Mosimane on Wednesday told the media in a PSL news conference.

iDiski Ibuyile. We take on Bidvest Wits Esgodin Sikamaminzela.👆⁣⁣
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⚽ Mamelodi Sundowns⁣ Vs Bidvest Wits⁣
📆 08 August
⏰ 19H15⁣
🏟 Orlando Stadium⁣⁣
🏆 Nedbank Cup⁣
📺 SS4
📲 #Sundowns #NedbankCup2020 pic.twitter.com/9rNQhVfMWR

— Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) August 6, 2020

‘We have others, we have been updating the injuries. Keletso [Makgalwa] is also injured and out, [Ricardo] Nascimento has got a niggling injury, too. Those are the players who are out because of injuries.

‘Then we had players who could not train because they tested positive for Covid-19 and we did not help them, we had to isolate them, they were not part of the training. We had other guys who were sick with flu because of winter but not Covid, but they came back.

‘We have Mauricio Affonso stuck in Uruguay. We are not able to get him. We have Thapelo [Morena] still out injured, he is there but we don’t want to risk him. He has trained with us, he is kicking, but we don’t want him to go out and break down – then you regret all the five months that he has gone through.

‘We heard Denis [Onyango] is with a niggling injury also but so far, so good,’ the head coach concluded.

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The defending Absa Premiership champions head into Saturday’s clash against the Chilli Boys 10 points behind log leaders Kaizer Chiefs, although they do still have a game in hand.

From @KaizerChiefs to @Masandawana ⚽ I’m now out at Chloorkop as Downs host a media day ahead of the #AbsaPrem clash against @ChippaUnitedFC pic.twitter.com/1czMDaf6D5

— Dean Workman (@DeanoWorks) February 13, 2020

The Brazilians are still competing on multiple fronts after sealing progression to the Caf Champions League quarters as well as the last-16 of the Nedbank Cup.

With the title race in Chiefs hands the Sundowns camp was keen to stress the importance of playing every game as they look to win all that is on hand.

A recap from the media open day at @Masandawana this afternoon where we spoke to coach Pitso, Mshishi and Onyango ahead of the clash against @ChippaUnitedFC in the #AbsaPrem pic.twitter.com/cZo07ODQtG

— Dean Workman (@DeanoWorks) February 13, 2020

Mosimane spoke of his side’s heavy schedule and the pressure that faces his team in every game.

Watch Mosimane’s full interview:

Zwane spoke of his influence in the team and the pressure of battling in every competition.

Watch Zwane’s full interview:

Onyango highlighted the importance of finishing within the top two in the league to seal progression to next season’s Caf Champions League, while he also admitted that the team is well aware of the big opportunity, they have in the continent’s premium competition.

Watch Onyango’s full interview:

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Downs are searching for their third consecutive Absa Premiership and their 10th league title in the PSL era but have faced stern competition from Amakhosi this season.

Downs though received a massive boost with their Telkom Knockout triumph last season and Onyango has admitted that lifting the trophy has taken a bit of pressure off the team.

‘Yeah it’s another trophy, it takes a little bit of pressure off us because we’ve been under pressure the entire season,’ said Onyango.

‘Being behind in the league by 10 points and of course chasing the CAF Champions League, being knocked out of the MTN8 semifinals, so yeah at least we have something now.

‘Now we can focus on the league and the Champions League.’

Sundowns are next in action against Polokwane City at Loftus Stadium on Saturday (18h00) and then they travel to Algeria for a clash against USM Alger on 28 December.

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Pitso Mosimane’s charges will come into the encounter not only looking to usurp the top spot from Ernst Middendorp’s side at Loftus but with the memory of the 4-2 Shell Helix Cup defeat still fresh.

The encounter has been gaining hype after the media war of words by the two coaches, but come 3pm Sunday it’s the players that will have to do the talking on the pitch.

Here’s five Sundowns players who could prove vital if they are to claim the big victory over their fellow title chasers:

1) Mauricio Affonso

The massive Uruguay striker seems to be finally finding his feet for Masadawana after an injury-hit start at Chloorkop. Affonso has come on as a substitute and scored two goals in his last two appearances, his most recent an injury-time winner against Highlands Park on Wednesday.

The burly forward is still largely unknown in South African football and will prove to be a decisive test for the Amakhosi backline on Sunday, with his aerial prowess and strength – even if he comes on as a sub.

2) Gaston Sirino

Downs’ mercurial Uruguayan, like his compatriot, has had an indifferent start to the campaign after battling with injuries.

Sirino, though, was one of Mosimane’s standout players last season and after regaining fitness he looks to also be regaining form.

The forward netted from the spot in the Shell Helix Cup and will be determined to get revenge on the Glamour Boys.

3) Hlompho Kekana

The evergreen Sundowns captain has yet again been a key member of Mosimane’s team this season.

Kekana’s ability as an all-action midfielder will prove vital on Sunday as he looks to control the game from the centre of the park.

4) Mosa Lebusa

With Ricardo Nascimento out due to a long-term injury, Lebusa has really stepped up this season for Downs, cementing his spot in the starting lineup, while also receiving a Bafana Bafana call-up as reward for his good form.

Lebusa will have to be on top of his game to deal with the skill and pace of the likes of Billiat and Lebogang Manyama, as well as the aerial threat of Leonardo Castro and Samir Nurkovic.

5) Dennis Onyango

A game of such magnitude is often determined by fine margins. That was the case last time these two sides met in the league, when Chiefs suffered a damaging 2-1 loss after a horror error of then goalkeeper Virgil Vries.

Onyango is one of the continent’s top keepers and will prove vital against Chiefs. The keeper missed Wednesday’s clash with Highlands due to a family bereavement and will be raring to go come kick-off on Sunday.

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The Ugandan captain, who was first included in the Best XI in 2016 after helping Downs win the Caf Champions League, was the only African-based player in the side.

The shot-stopper joined the likes of Sadio Mane, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Kalidou Koulibaly and Mohamed Salah at the awards, which were held in Senegal on Tuesday night.

Onyango had another stellar year in 2018, as he played an integral role for Sundowns to clinch an eighth Absa Premiership title. He also performed for his national team, helping the Cranes qualify for the 2019 African Cup of Nations without conceding a single goal.

Denis Onyango! Officially, Africa’s finest shot stopper! pic.twitter.com/hFCPfrE2Lk

— Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) January 8, 2019

The inclusion of Onyango for a third consecutive year has undoubtedly cemented his spot as one of the best African keepers in the world.

Speaking after the awards, the keeper said that he was honoured by the award and would be aiming to make it number four.

‘Of course it means a lot to me, the club and the national team, because being recognised in the Best XI shows that I have done well with both club and country. So for me it’s an honour to be part of this history and it gives me more motivation as a goalkeeper to work hard, because you don’t know who is watching and people recognise you when you perform. It keeps me going in the goalkeeping department,’ he said last night.

” IF U BELIEVE IT, U CAN DO IT ” 👆👆👆👆👆🇺🇬🇺🇬🇺🇬🇺🇬🇺🇬🇺🇬🇺🇬. pic.twitter.com/Obs9xTwUUB

— Denis Onyango 🇺🇬🇺🇬🇺🇬🇺🇬 (@masindeonyango) January 9, 2019

‘It’s an inspiration to other people out that there you can do it, as long as you do it on the field. You must always give your best.

‘I’ll be aiming to be in the Best XI for a fourth straight time, but it also comes with hard work and I try to focus on my goalkeeping department.’

Photo: Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

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The Ugandan shot-stopper, who is the only African-based player in the team, had another stellar year in 2018.

Not only did Onyango help guide Mamelodi Sundowns to their 8th Absa Premiership title, but he also impressed with his national team after helping them qualify for the 2019 African Cup of Nations without conceding a single goal.

Denis Masinde Onyango, Sadio Mané and @MoSalah, players of the Africa Best 11, with @Geremi20Njitap, president of @FIFProAfrica.#Africa11 pic.twitter.com/0j30WAk6nW

— FIFPro Africa (@FIFProAfrica) January 8, 2019

The Sundowns keeper was joined by Africa’s finest who ply their trade in some of the biggest clubs across Europe, highlighting his achievement even further.

Full 2018 Caf African Team of the Year:

GK: Dennis Onyango (Uganda, Mamelodi Sundowns)

Defenders: Serge Aurier (Ivory Coast, Tottenham Hotspur), Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal, Napoli), Mehdi Benatia (Morocco, Juventus) and Eric Bailly (Ivory Coast, Manchester United)

Midfielders: Thomas Partey (Ghana, Atletico Madrid), Naby Keita (Guinea, Liverpool) and Riyad Mahrez (Algeria, Manchester City)

Forwards: Mohamed Salah (Liverpool, Egypt), Sadio Mane (Senegal, Liverpool) and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Gabon, Arsenal)

Africa’s best XI #AiteoCAFAwards18 pic.twitter.com/FQhnsncR0d

— CAF (@CAF_Online) January 8, 2019

Photo: Gavin Barker/BackpagePix

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1) Pirates vs Sundowns becoming a PSL classic

The clash between the two South African giants is undoubtedly one of the biggest fixtures on the calendar, amd by the evidence of the action both on and off the pitch, a strong rivalry is beginning to brew between Pirates and Sunowns.

The Buccaneers and Masandawana are arguably the leagues two best footballing teams, with both teams having received plaudits for their attacking brand of football both this season and last, where Downs of course clinched their eighth PSL title, while Pirates finished five points behind in second.

The players may have struggled to live up to the billing on the pitch, but the scenes on the side-lines indicated the clear tension between these two teams who are tipped to be amongst the contenders for the league title come the business stage of the season.

Mild storm before the real storm #SundownsvPirates #ABSAPrem pic.twitter.com/PVdonl61Ct

— Kgomotso Sethusha (@Kgomotsso) November 10, 2018

2) Onyango’s presence vital to Downs success

Dennis Onyango has cemented his name amongst on the list of the top shot stoppers on the continent over the past few seasons and his presence has been sorely missed in recent weeks after a shoulder injury, with his replacement Reyaad Pieterse making a costly error in the cup loss to Baroka.

The Ugandan goalkeeper clearly had an impact for Downs with his presence exuding confidence on his back four which played a crucial role in keeping a clean sheet against a side which has been so good going forward all season.

3) Tactical chess match

The match saw two of the best tactical technical teams in the league come head to head and the tactical astuteness of both the Pirates and Sundowns managers were on display as both teams essentially cancelled each other out.

With the formations almost matching up, there were many one-on-one match ups all over the pitch and two of the best teams in the country could not be separated.

4) Mlambo targeted for rough treatment

Pirates midfield maestro Xola Mlambo has been instrumental in pulling the strings for the Buccaneers from the middle of the park all season and this was clearly identified by the Sundowns coaching as the midfielder came in for some rough treatment with Hlompho Kekana and Gaston Sirino in particular putting in some heft challenges, which on another day with another referee could have seen them sent off.

ROOT OF THE PROBLEM: Kekana and Sirino clear and cynical fouls on Mlambo, but ref Bennett only books Xola. This led to the touchline scuffle and rogue fan. Shocking. #StarDerby 0-0 HT @orlandopirates @michocoach pic.twitter.com/MUOl3XPyWT

— Neal Collins (@nealcol) November 10, 2018

5) When will security improve at South African stadiums?

With security a major focus this season after the fan violence shown by Kaizer Chiefs fans last season, and Pirates fans the season before, the fact that a supporter managed to bypass security to confront former Sundowns assistant coach Mokwena in the Pirates technical area is nothing short of a disgrace.

Questions will yet again be asked to both the clubs, security personnel and stadium management as clearly there is a need for further security on games of such a magnitude.

Coach Rhulani is making enemies because molomo… pic.twitter.com/Av2xWzjtIZ

— Kgauza wa Lecowza (@KgaugeloSM) November 10, 2018

Photo: Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix

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Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane says he is looking for a young goalkeeper as a long-term replacement for Denis Onyango and Kennedy Mweene.

READ: Fielies on the ‘Benni’ effect

SuperSport United goalkeeper Reyaad Pieterse and Brandon Petersen of Ajax Cape Town have both recently been linked with Sundowns as Mosimane continues his search.

At the moment, Onyango remains Sundowns’ first-choice goalkeeper, while Mweene and Razak Brimah are battling it out for the No 2 spot.

Mosimane says he is in the market to sign a young shot-stopper for the future, who will be loaned out to get game time under his belt.

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‘We are looking for a younger goalkeeper to come in and it’s important for the future. Unfortunately, we’ve got two good goalkeepers who play in South Africa, which is Kennedy and Denis, at the wrong age,’ Mosimane told KickOff.com.

‘You need a younger goalkeeper, a 23-year-old. He probably might not play, he may be loaned out. The pool of goalkeepers [in South Africa] is so small, hence we are all going there for the goalkeepers. You could say if [Itumeleng] Khune gets injured, can Virgil Vries play 12 games for [Kaizer] Chiefs? It’s the same with us. You can’t say Thela [Ngobeni] will play 15 games for us.’

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Mamelodi Sundowns will continue their exploits in the Caf Champions League when they take on AS Togo-Port in the second-leg Group C clash on Friday, with kick-off set for 9pm.

Photo: Backpagepix

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Davids, who is now in his third stint as interim coach for the coastal club, led his side to three victories from four matches during April, which saw him win his maiden Coach of the Month award.

Davids insists his award was boiled down to a team effort, while also hoping his side can secure a finish in the top eight this season.

‘It has always been a team effort, I could not have done it on my own,’ Davids said after winning the award.

‘I think the Top eight battle will go down to the last match. We are not there yet although everything is in our hands.

‘I want my team to focus on the last two matches. That is why I prefer not to talk about the head coach/interim issue.

‘At the moment, it is in Bidvest Wits’ hands because they are three points ahead but it is still wide open. I think the title race will also go to the last match of the season.

‘I think the league on all fronts (relegation, top eight and title) will go down to the last round of fixtures.’

Onyango was recognised for his stellar performances in goals during which saw the Brazilians went five matches without a conceding a single goal.

‘I am happy to win this award. It is a recognition for the hard work I have put in,’ Onyango

‘We still believe that we can still win the league. We will keep fighting.’

Meanwhile, Mxolisi Kunene walked away with the Absa Premiership Goal of the Month award following his goals against Kaizer Chiefs.

‘I would like to thank all the fans who voted for me and the goal I scored,’ Kunene said.

The Players and Coach of the Month were selected by a panel of judges made up of members of the media and football analysts and was convened by Farouk Khan.

PHOTO: PSL Twitter

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