Mamelodi Sundowns are gearing up for a pivotal CAF Champions League encounter that could shape the course of their campaign.
Mamelodi Sundowns’ CAF Champions League hopes remain in the balance after they were held to a 1-1 draw by St Eloi Lupopo at the Stade TP Mazembe on Sunday.
The air around Chloorkop has grown thick with tension as Mamelodi Sundowns prepare for what could be a season-defining trip to the Stade TP Mazembe.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso was left frustrated after his side’s 2-1 defeat to Al Hilal on Friday night in the CAF Champions League quarterfinal.
Mamelodi Sundowns are set for a pivotal fixture in their CAF Champions League campaign later this evening as they travel to face Rulani Mokwena’s MC Alger.
With the Congolese side expected to bring physicality, especially after their fiery preliminary tie against Orlando Pirates, the Brazilians showed composure, control, and superior quality throughout, creating enough chances to win by an even bigger margin.
Mamelodi Sundowns get their CAF Champions League group stage campaign underway against DR Congo Linafoot side Saint-Eloi Lupopo later today.
Marcelo Allende discusses Mamelodi Sundowns’ must-win match against St Eloi Lupopo
FC Saint-Eloi Lupopo will play their CAF Champions League match against Mamelodi Sundowns without suspended defender Dieumerci Mukoko Amale.
The Confederation of African Football have dismissed Orlando Pirates’ complaint against Saint-Eloi Lupopo for fielding ineligible players in their Second preliminary match.