Mamelodi Sundowns players greet the Kabo Yellow nation before a game. Image: Sundowns / Facebook
Mamelodi Sundowns vs Al-Hilal: How to watch the match on TV?
Mamelodi Sundowns welcome Al-Hilal in their opening Group A match of the CAF Champions League on Friday night.
Mamelodi Sundowns players greet the Kabo Yellow nation before a game. Image: Sundowns / Facebook
Mamelodi Sundowns welcome Al-Hilal in their opening Group A match of the CAF Champions League on Friday night.
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Kick-off at Royal Bafokeng Stadium is at 18:00.
This is Sundowns’ first step in their quest for this season’s CAF Champions League glory, and they understand the importance of winning their home games.
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Sundowns are not new to this phase of the competition; in fact, they are one of the favourites to make it through to the knockout stages.
However, Al-Hilal are no pushovers as they have made a name for themselves in African competitions over the years.
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The only unfortunate part is that Al-Hilal last reached the final of the CAF Champions League in 1992 which was their second time after the 1987 edition.
WHERE TO WATCH SUNDOWNS AND AL-HILAL ON TV IN SOUTH AFRICA?
Sundowns have confirmed that their match against the Sudanese giants will be screened LIVE on SuperSport TV channel 205.
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The match will be available on SABC TV and radio platforms after having secured the TV rights for the group stage matches.
However, it’s unclear if the Sundowns vs Al-Hilal match will be available on SABC TV channels – 1, 2 or 3 – but SABC Sport channel 124 will broadcast the encounter.
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