US EditionSundowns Look to Shake Off Chokers Tag in CAF Champions League Final
- Mamelodi Sundowns, coached by Portuguese Miguel Cardoso and owned by Patrice Motsepe’s family, will face Pyramids FC in the two-leg CAF Champions League final starting Saturday at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.
- Sundowns reached this final after a last-minute own goal secured a 1-1 draw against holders Al Ahly last month, allowing them to advance on away goals despite a history of struggles in knockout stages.
- Pyramids, backed by UAE ownership and strengthened by international signings, are making their second Champions League attempt, having disrupted Egypt’s traditional club dominance and aiming for their first league title.
- Coach Cardoso warned the final would be fierce, saying it will feel like “having a knife at your throat” with players fighting every ball and high intensity expected from both well-prepared squads.
- Sundowns aim to convert their strong preparation and past continental success into winning their second title, while Pyramids seek to continue shaking up African football power structures in this highly anticipated clash.
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African Champions League: Pyramids Surprises Mamelodi Sundowns at the Final Round-Trip Game
The Mamlodi Sundowns will have a lot of work to do in the game back in Egypt against a very strong Pyramids team at home. Because the Egyptians went to Pretoria to pick up a draw on Saturday 24 May (1-1) to find themselves in a favorable position and hope to win the first League of African Champions in their history.
South Africa: Zwane Confident As Sundowns Aim for Vital First Leg Victory
Mamelodi Sundowns are gearing up for a crucial clash in the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League final first leg, and midfielder Themba Zwane has emphasised the significance of the occasion for the team and its supporters.
Sundowns coach Cardoso expecting match of intensity, passion against Pyramids
Trying to explain the enormity of the Champions League final against Pyramids FC at a sold-out Loftus tomorrow, Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso said it will be like having a knife at your throat.
Sundowns offered tip on Fiston Mayele
Mamelodi Sundowns are firm favourites to beat Pyramids FC in the CAFCL final this weekend, but there’s a dangerman to watch from the visiting Pyramids FC. FISTON MAYELE TO POSE A THREAT With eight goals in 10 CAFCL matches this season, the Congolese striker could possibly be the difference between Sundowns winning or losing over the two legs. According to the Tanzanian defender, Hamad Wazir, Sundowns should be aware of Mayele’s ability to seem o…
Soccer-Sundowns look to shake off chokers tag in CAF Champions League final
PRETORIA (Reuters) - South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns will be hot favourites to win a second CAF Champions League title when they face Pyramids in the two-leg final but the Cairo side have proven themselves no pushovers after shaking up a duopoly in Egyptian football. Read full story
Sundowns look to shake off chokers tag in CAF Champions League final
PRETORIA : South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns will be hot favourites to win a second CAF Champions League title when they face Pyramids in the two-leg final but the Cairo side have proven themselves no pushovers after shaking up a duopoly in Egyptian football.Pretoria-based Sundowns, who won the continental
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