Mamelodi Sundowns Celebrate League Title Win With Fans, Joyous Scenes Spotted Inside Loftus Versveld Yesterday

Mamelodi Sundowns Celebrate League Title Win With Fans, Joyous Scenes Spotted Inside Loftus Versveld Yesterday

Byron Pillay
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:01 PM
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  • Mamelodi Sundowns wrapped up the DStv Premiership with a draw against Cape Town City last night
  • Masandawana were crowned the 2021/22 league champions in front of their home fans at Loftus Versveld
  • Fans celebrated in the stands while the players and management joined them in their song and dance on the field

Mamelodi Sundowns fans were in fine voice last night as they celebrated their team’s title-clinching game.

Sundowns wrapped up their fifth consecutive league title with four games to go and did it in front of their home supporters.

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Mamelodi Sundowns fans celebrated the title win with the team after the game against Cape Town City yesterday. Image: @Soccer_Laduma
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Masandawana needed a point to achieve the feat and got that through a goalless draw against Cape Town City, Sport24 reported.

Eric Tinkler’s side travelled to the Loftus Versveld Stadium looking to spoil the party, but there was no keeping Sundowns fans quiet. As time ticked down closer to the final whistle, Sundowns fans became more vocal, knowing that their team was one step closer to extending their record.

When the final whistle eventually sounded, fans broke out into rapturous celebrations. Sports journalist Lorenz Köhler documented the scenes, sharing them via Twitter.

The triumphant team could be seen on the field facing fans, singing and clapping along with supporters who sang in the crowd. The passion exuded by fans can be likened to the support Premier League sides in England receive and far outstrips any other support base in South African football.

Sundowns have not only won the title for a fifth consecutive season, but they also secured their 12th title overall, more than Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs and SuperSport United all combined.

Mamelodi Sundowns Wrap Up Fifth Consecutive League Title, Secure Much Needed Point Against Cape Town City

Mamelodi Sundowns are officially the 2021/22 DStv Premiership Champions. Masandawna achieved the feat by playing out to a goalless draw at home with Cape Town City, Sports Brief earlier reported.

Cape Town City travelled to Loftus Versveld looking to play spoiler and put Mamelodi Sundowns’ title celebrations on hold. Instead, Sundowns went into the encounter, only needing a draw to secure the title.

Masandawana achieved the draw and notched up their fifth consecutive league title and their twelfth overall. They will celebrate appropriately on the season's final day when they receive their trophy.

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Byron Pillay
Byron Pillay is a sports writer and Head of the Department at Sports Brief (joined in 2022) with over 10 years of experience in community journalism and a degree in journalism from Caxton's Cadet School.
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