Mamelodi Sundowns defender Terrence Mashego has been working hard behind the scene is relishing the chance to play his part in helping the Brazilians succeed during the 2023-24 season.

Mashego made the switch to the Tshwane giants in September 2022 after he parted ways with Cape Town City.

The 24-year-old managed to feature 12 times for Sundowns, helping them reach the Caf Champions League semi-final as well as winning the DStv Premiership title.

After his injury-hit season, Mashego is excited to cement his place in the starting line up and help the club dominate South African and continental football.

“There’s pride in coming from Mamelodi because every time I go home the people are happy to see me. I walk with pride knowing that I am from Mamelodi and I play for Mamelodi Sundowns and I’ve won the league with Sundowns,” Mashego told his club’s official website.

“I’m also excited to be going back to the hood and it feels like I’m doing something for the community. I am excited, I can’t wait for the preseason because I’ve been waiting for that moment to at least be with the team and go to camp, train with the team and get used to the system.

“Since the last CAF game I’ve been doing my own individual training on the side, I was out for quite some time and now I am back.

“I don’t see the reason for me to rest because I just need to work more on my fitness, focus more on myself and then I know when the new season resumes then I’m on the same level as the guys and I just want to play more games.

“I’m hoping to achieve more with the team and take part in helping the team win the league and the championship.”

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