Mngqithi opens up about his deal with Mamelodi Sundowns & contract length – 'It was the biggest surprise'

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The 53-year-old insists he was ready to deputise Mokwena before a call was made to head the technical team.

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  • Mngqithi has been handed head coach role at Downs
  • He initially served under Mokwena
  • Tactician opens up on how things unfolded

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