Mamelodi Sundowns will face Algerian side MC Alger at the Ali la Pointe Stadium on Friday in their second match of the 2025/26 CAF Champions League group stage.
Mamelodi Sundowns utility player Aubrey Modiba says their CAF Champions League trip to Algeria is strictly business but admits crossing paths with former coach Rulani Mokwena will stir fond memories.
Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Nuno Santos says settling into life at Chloorkop has been far smoother than he expected and his recent performances show it.
Saint Eloi Lupopo assistant coach Yassine Salmi has played down suggestions that the team relies too heavily on the influence of defender Mukoko Amale after their 3-1 loss to Mamelodi Sundowns on Saturday.
A Nuno Santos brace and a Marcelo Allende strike ensured Mamelodi Sundowns opened their CAF Champions League Group C campaign in convincing fashion, defeating Saint-Eloi Lupopo 3-1 at Loftus.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso is again looking to balance expectations – both from supporters and within the club – as the CAF Champions League group stage kicks off.