Mamelodi Sundowns cannot clinch a sixth consecutive DStv Premiership title this weekend, but they can take a giant step towards doing so. Photo: EPA/KHALED ELFIQI
Al Ahly confident of beating Mamelodi Sundowns!
Al Ahly head coach Marcel Koller is confident his side can come out triumphant against Mamelodi Sundowns this afternoon
Mamelodi Sundowns cannot clinch a sixth consecutive DStv Premiership title this weekend, but they can take a giant step towards doing so. Photo: EPA/KHALED ELFIQI
Africa will come to a standstill on Saturday afternoon when Mamelodi Sundowns host Al Ahly in a crunch CAF Champions League clash.
The Brazilians will be looking to make a massive statement by defeating their fellow rivals this afternoon.
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It’s all to play for in Group B. The Brazilians sit in second position with seven points from three games.
Al Ahly are in third place with four points from three matches while Al Hilal lead the way with nine points from four matches.
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Al Ahly confident of beating Mamelodi Sundowns
“It will be a difficult game,” Al Ahly coach Marcel Koller said.
“I think the result of our first meeting [2-2 draw] was disappointing for me and my staff. And that’s why we are motivated for tomorrow’s game against Mamelodi Sundowns.
“But we showed that we were a strong match for them and we are confident we can get a positive result.
“All players are ready for the game, and we will talk about the formation and team selection after today’s training session.”
Today’s clash will be televised live on SuperSport 208. It can also be live streamed on MultiChoice’s streaming platform DStv Now (Subscription required). Unfortunately for majority of soccer lovers in the country, the match will not be televised live on SABC.
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“It’s difficult to comment on their winless record against us away,” The Mamelodi Sundowns coach said as quoted by IOL.
“They are a team that have 393 CAF Champions League appearances among their regulars compared to my team that has 170 CAF Champions League appearances.
“So for sure, without looking too much at the threat and quality they possess, they are strong opponents. (But) like any other team, they have their own weaknesses.
“But we must try and win football matches. Regardless of the time we play at, and where, we show the same enthusiasm and spirit. We did that in Cairo and we must do it again here at home.”
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