Kekana Hails Mailula’s Return
Mamelodi Sundowns defender Grant Kekana has praised Cassius Mailula following the forward’s return to the club, saying he has settled in well and backing him to score plenty of goals this season.
Mailula left Sundowns in 2023 to join Toronto FC in Major League Soccer. After his spell in the United States, the 23-year-old returned to Chloorkop and has already made an impact, scoring three goals in his first four games since returning.
This marks Mailula’s second stint with the Brazilians. Prior to his move to North America, Mailula finished the 2022/23 campaign with 15 goals and four assists in 31 total appearances for Sundowns, earning the PSL Young Player of the Season award.
Kekana welcomed Mailula’s return and believes the youngster can make a significant contribution to the team this season.
“Obviously, a good addition for us because we have always loved Cash,” said Kekana.
“He has always done the business for us.
“We are happy that he is scoring again. His confidence is coming back. It wasn’t difficult for him to gel with us because most of us are still here from when he was here. You know, he is a quality player.
“We know he is going to be banging in a lot of goals this season. We just need to make sure that his confidence is back and that he keeps striking for us. But we are happy with Cash.”
Mailula will look to add to his tally when Sundowns take on Golden Arrows at Lucas Moripe Stadium in the first leg of the MTN8 semi-final on Sunday.
