Orlando Pirates captain Innocent Maela wants to see the Buccaneers return to continental football next season.
Al Ahly and Mamelodi Sundowns will face each other in Cairo on Saturday night in the group phase of the CAF Champions League.
After 12 previous meetings between Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly, the two sides are an open book to each other, according to coach Rulani Mokwena.
Mamelodi Sundowns claimed a 3-1 victory over Coton Sport at Stade Omnisport Roumde Adija on Friday evening to make it two wins from two in the CAF Champions League.
Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Bongani Zungu hopes to finally break into the starting line-up consistently now that he is fully fit.
Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Rulani Mokwena has set the target at 10 points to ensure progression to the knockout stage of the CAF Champions League.