Mamelodi Sundowns secured a place in the Carling Knockout Cup quarter-finals after claiming a narrow 1-0 victory over Marumo Gallants, last season's runners-up.
Mamelodi Sundowns have suffered a shock CAF Champions League exit after being eliminated by Angolan side Wiliete SC on away goals following a 1-1 draw at Loftus Versfeld on Friday night.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has stressed that Friday night’s CAF Champions League group stage play-off against Wiliete SC carries the same importance as the club’s recent MTN8 and FIFA Intercontinental Cup fixtures.
Mamelodi Sundowns utility player Thapelo Morena believes The Brazilians have what it takes to defend their CAF Champions League title and become back-to-back winners.
AmaZulu head coach Arthur Zwane says watching Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns battle it out in the MTN8 final served as a source of motivation for him.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso is hopeful goalkeeper Ronwen Williams and midfielder Teboho Mokoena will be available for Friday’s CAF Champions League clash against Wiliete.