Mamelodi Sundowns secured a 3-2 extra-time win against Polokwane City in the MTN8 quarter-final, advancing to the next round. However, coach Miguel Cardoso expressed dissatisfaction with his team's performance, specifically highlighting weaknesses in defending set pieces. Despite the victory, Cardoso indicated that these defensive vulnerabilities are a significant concern. He lamented the team's struggles to effectively deal with set-piece situations throughout the match. The coach’s comments suggest this area will be a focus for improvement in upcoming training sessions. While pleased with the progression, Cardoso stressed the need to address these issues to avoid future setbacks. The win offers Sundowns a path to further success in the competition, contingent on resolving these defensive flaws.