Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena admits the players deserve credit for his side’s winning streak since his recent appointment as head coach of the Brazilians.

Downs crashed to a 3-0 semi-final loss to Orlando Pirates in the MTN8 on 22 October, but since then have scored 15 goals without conceding in four matches. The breakdown is as follows - Two league games (5-0 vs Maritzburg United and 3-0 vs Royal AM) plus the Carling Black Label Cup wins against AmaZulu FC (3-0) and the four goals scored vs Pirates in the final.

Mokwena was appointed sole coach of Sundowns following the MTN8 loss to Bucs. He gave some insight behind his recent success in an interview with the Mamelodi Sundowns Magazine.

"I had a conversation with the team’s leadership namely Andile Jali, Mosa Lebusa, Themba Zwane and Denis Onyango to reassure them that it’s still business as usual," Mokwena explained.

"My biggest plea to them was that we have to revive the team to its former glory. We must go back to being a team that plays with energy, aggression and the mad-dog mentality of not giving up."

Mokwena added that the improved form had a lot to do with the great work being done by the technical team and the rest of the Downs squad.

"Additionally, I need to give also give credit to the coaches," Mokwena said. "At that point, the boys needed calmness, clarity, and good leadership, which both coach Manqoba and coach Steve were exceptional in providing for the team.

"I am also grateful that we have an honest group of players. We are privileged to have players who maintain professionalism and portray an unwavering commitment to the team."

Mokwena’s side will return to action with a league match against Orlando Pirates 31 December.

Mokwena credits players, staff for Sundowns' winning streak