On Saturday afternoon, Mamelodi Sundowns will host Egyptian giants Al Ahly at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria for the highly anticipated first leg of their CAF Champions League semi-final. The match is scheduled to kick off at 15:00.

Aiming for the Final

This is a crucial moment for Sundowns, as they aim to reach their first CAF Champions League final since they won the trophy in 2016.

To do so, they will need to put in a strong performance against the reigning champions, Al Ahly, who have dominated the competition in recent years.

Where to Watch

For fans hoping to catch the action, the game will be broadcast live on SABC1 and on the SuperSport WWE channel (SS209).

The second leg will take place on Friday, April 25th, in Cairo at 18:00 South African time.

Miguel Cardoso’s Confident Outlook

Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso believes that his team has what it takes to overcome the Egyptian side, despite Al Ahly’s dominance in the tournament over the past seven years.

Cardoso, who lost to Al Ahly in last year’s final, expressed his confidence in his team’s ability to get past the defending champions.

“We know that Al Ahly have been incredibly successful in recent years.

Last year, I lost in the final against them, but I believe that beating them is possible,” Cardoso said in an interview with the club’s official website.

“We’ll need two very complete games, played with strength and focus on the details. Sundowns will need to be at our best.”

Can Sundowns Make It to the Final?

As Mamelodi Sundowns gear up for the semi-final showdown, fans will be eager to see if their team can deliver and secure a spot in the final.

It’s sure to be a thrilling encounter, and the Brazilians will need all the support they can get to overcome the formidable Al Ahly.