The DStv Premiership match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Sekhukhune United took place at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on April 23, 2024 in Pretoria, South Africa. Sekhukhune United coach Lehlohonolo Seema expressed disappointment as his team missed the chance to move to third place on the table after losing 2-1 to Mamelodi Sundowns. Seema attributed the loss to a difficult start, stating, “If you have a start like this, that we had today against Sundowns, you’re not going to win the game.”
He acknowledged the team’s poor defensive performance in the early minutes, expressing frustration at the missed opportunities and the manner in which the game unfolded. Despite the setback, Seema praised his team’s resilience and fighting spirit, particularly in the second half. He emphasized the need to move on from this defeat and focus on the upcoming games, stating, “I think it’s one game we want to forget as quickly as possible.
What we did in the second half, the first-half is cancelling it.” Seema also highlighted the need for his team to be more effective in converting their chances and maintaining composure, especially in challenging games. He acknowledged that losing in such a manner was painful for the players but expressed confidence in their ability to bounce back from this disappointment.
In reflecting on the overall performance, Seema recognized the positive aspects of the team’s efforts while also acknowledging the areas that need improvement. He emphasized the importance of learning from this experience and moving forward with determination and focus for future matches.