Divine Lunga earned a spot on the tournament's best team after his strong performance against Ulsan HD. The Zimbabwean defender helped Mamelodi Sundowns win their first match at the FIFA Club World Cup. Lunga stopped several attacks and made a crucial save near the goal line during the first half.
The 30-year-old leftback received the highest rating among all defenders after the opening round of matches. He tackled more players than anyone else on the field and kept the South Korean team from scoring through his side. Lunga became the first player from Zimbabwe to compete in the expanded tournament format.
The Mpopoma native started his career with Chicken Inn before moving to South Africa's top soccer league seven years ago. His time living in South Africa helped him qualify as a local player for Sundowns. The club can register him without using an international player spot.
Lunga will join other Warriors stars for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations tournament next year. Captain Marvelous Nakamba and veteran players Knowledge Musona and Khama Billiat will play alongside him. The defender stands to earn significant prize money based on how far Sundowns advances in the competition.
The 30-year-old leftback received the highest rating among all defenders after the opening round of matches. He tackled more players than anyone else on the field and kept the South Korean team from scoring through his side. Lunga became the first player from Zimbabwe to compete in the expanded tournament format.
The Mpopoma native started his career with Chicken Inn before moving to South Africa's top soccer league seven years ago. His time living in South Africa helped him qualify as a local player for Sundowns. The club can register him without using an international player spot.
Lunga will join other Warriors stars for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations tournament next year. Captain Marvelous Nakamba and veteran players Knowledge Musona and Khama Billiat will play alongside him. The defender stands to earn significant prize money based on how far Sundowns advances in the competition.
