Mamelodi Sundowns captain Themba Zwane is confident his side can defeat Moroka Swallows and progress to the next round of the MTN8.

The Brazilians are set to face the Dube Birds in the quarter-final of the top eight competition when the two sides square off at the Lucas Moripe Stadium on Saturday.

Zwane admits he cannot take his opponents for granted as they look to secure their progression to the semi-finals of the competition.

“We anticipate a highly physical match and expect them to employ long ball tactics against us. They possess fast players who have the potential to create issues for opposing teams.

“Nevertheless, we are fully prepared for whatever challenges they might present,” Zwane told his club’s official website.

“It’s all about taking things one step at a time. However, I am part of a dressing room filled with players and coaches who are determined to fight for every trophy available.

“This thirst for continuous success defines us as a football club. Collectively, we share a vision of consistently giving everything we have in every competition we participate in. On a personal level, I am always striving to be in the best possible shape to meet the demands of the busy football calendar, which is a regular occurrence at Sundowns,.”

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