Mamelodi Sundowns have booked a place in the CAF Champions League quarter-finals after a confident 2–0 win over MC Alger, coached by former Sundowns assistant Rhulani Mokwena, in Group C’s final matchday.
Brayan León opened the scoring in the 6th minute and doubled it in the 63rd, finishing a slick team move. Sundowns end the group with 9 points, second to Al-Hilal, and advance to the play-offs.
After the win, Sundowns reassured fans:
“Our CAF Journey continues 🙌. Bafana Ba Style get the job done and advance in the #TotalEnergiesCAFCL.”
Zimbabwe Warriors left-back Divine Lunga was an unused substitute. Sundowns now turn focus to the knockout stages, aiming to continue their dominance on the continent.
Major Match Highlights:
- 6’ – León scores, Sundowns 1 – 0 MC Alger
- 63’ – León doubles, Sundowns 2 – 0 MC Alger
The win is a welcome relief for Miguel Cardoso, who has been under pressure after a string of disappointing results. Some fans had called for a change in leadership, but with this victory, Sundowns have bought time to rebuild confidence and salvage the team’s pride ahead of the knockout stages.
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