Sundowns fall to Dortmund in seven-goal thriller
Lucas Ribeiro Costa of Mamelodi Sundowns challenged by Jobe Bellingham of Dortmund during the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup game between Mamelodi Sundowns and Dortmund at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio on 21 June 2025 © Lynne Gleeson/BackpagePix

Sundowns fall to Dortmund in seven-goal thriller

Mamelodi Sundowns suffered a 4-3 defeat to Borussia Dortmund in a thrilling Club World Cup clash at the TQL Stadium in Cincinnati.

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“We need to keep our heads and remain composed” – Rayners
Iqraam Rayners of Mamelodi Sundowns is challenged by Gustav Ludwigson of Ulsan HD during the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup game between Mamelodi Sundowns and Ulsan HD at Inter & Co Stadium in Florida, USA on 17 June 2025 © Lynne Gleeson/BackpagePix

“We need to keep our heads and remain composed” – Rayners

Mamelodi Sundowns striker Iqraam Rayners has urged his side to remain composed as they prepare for their second Club World Cup Group F clash against Borussia Dortmund.

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“Rayners got a real talent for scoring” – Cardoso
Miguel Cardoso, Head coach of Mamelodi Sundowns reacts during the CAF Champions League 2024/25 match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Pyramids at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria on the 24 May 2025 © Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

“Rayners got a real talent for scoring” – Cardoso

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says he is blessed with a talented squad, but reserved special praise for striker Iqraam Rayners.

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“We had a great opportunity and we took it” – Rayners
Iqraam Rayners of Mamelodi Sundowns during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria on 1 March 2025 ©Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

“We had a great opportunity and we took it” – Rayners

Mamelodi Sundowns striker Iqraam Rayners was happy to get his name on the scoresheet and secure the win for the Brazilians.

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Rayners fires Sundowns past Ulsan in Club WC opener
Sundowns players celebrate a goal scored by Iqraam Rayners of Mamelodi Sundowns during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 game between Cape Town City and Mamelodi Sundowns at Cape Town Stadium on 3 May 2025 © Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

Rayners fires Sundowns past Ulsan in Club WC opener

Mamelodi Sundowns got their Club World Cup campaign off to a winning start after claiming a 1-0 victory over South Korean outfit Ulsan HD in Orlando, Florida.

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Sundowns win eighth successive league title after Chippa win
Lucas Ribeiro of Mamelodi Sundowns celebrates goal with team mates during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Stellenbosch FC at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria, on 11 May 2025 ©Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix

Sundowns win eighth successive league title after Chippa win

Mamelodi Sundowns claimed their eighth successive Betway Premiership title following their 3-0 victory over Chippa United at the Buffalo City Stadium on Wednesday evening.

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Sundowns closer to claiming Betway Prem title after Chippa win
Iqraam Rayners of Mamelodi Sundowns celebrates goal with teammates during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Chippa United at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium, Pretoria on the 07 May 2025 ©Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix

Sundowns closer to claiming Betway Prem title after Chippa win

Mamelodi Sundowns moved one step closer to securing the Betway Premiership title following their 3-0 victory over Chippa United at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Wednesday evening.

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“Chippa are going to make things hard for us” –  Rayners
Iqraam Rayners of Mamelodi Sundowns during the 2025 Nedbank Cup Quaterfinal match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Sekhukhune United at Lucas Moripe Stadium, in Pretoria on 28 March 2025 ©Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix

“Chippa are going to make things hard for us” – Rayners

Mamelodi Sundowns striker Iqraam Rayners says his side are in for a tough battle when they take on Chippa United in the Betway Premiership on Wednesday evening.

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Who will catch Lucas Ribeiro Costa in Golden Boot Race?
Lucas Ribeiro Costa of Mamelodi Sundowns celebrates goal during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria on 08 February 2025 © Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

Who will catch Lucas Ribeiro Costa in Golden Boot Race?

Mamelodi Sundowns striker Lucas Ribeiro Costa currently leads the Betway Premiership Golden Boot race but is there anyone that can pip him from the top spot?

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Star Striker: Iqraam Rayners
Iqraam Rayners of South Africa shoots at goal during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers game between South Africa and South Sudan at Cape Town Stadium on 19 November 2024 © Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

Star Striker: Iqraam Rayners

From humble beginnings at Santos to a leading striker for the national team, it has been quite a journey for Iqraaam Rayners, writes Mogamad Allie.

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