Mamelodi Sundowns have made a cool gesture to Manchester United and Netherlands legend Jaap Stam, as they build on their smooth relations with various legends of the game. Here's a look.
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Sundowns' dominance on the pitch has overshadowed the good work that the club has done in terms of building its brand. The team is now seen as a commercial powerhouse, that has hosted South African music superstar and millionaire Cassper Nyovest at their training ground and also received the acknowledgment of international artist and celebrity DJ Khaled.
Couple that with the fact that they hosted FC Barcelona with Lionel Messi as recently as 2018, then you soon realise how huge they are as a club and brand. Red Devils great, Stam has enjoyed a hugely successful career in England, Italy, and his home country of Holland, winning well over 10 trophies in the process.
Bafana Ba Style revealed that they had shared a small gift for Stam as he is set to depart South Africa following the conclusion of the World Cup in Qatar.
"Our very own coach Rulani Mokoena was part of the 2022 FIFA World Cup panel with legendary Dutch and Manchester United defender Jaap Stam.
"We hope you enjoy your gift from the Masandawana family!"