Mamelodi Sundown will look at its narrow 1-0 lead, when they face Espire Day Tunis in the second phase of the CAF Champions League semi-finals. The South African veteran, also known as the “Brazilians”, gave a composition and strategic performance in the first phase held at Stad Hammadi Agribi in Tunisia.
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Chile International Marcello Olende scored a decisive goal in the 41st minute, leading to a significant target and an edge at the Return leg in Pretoria. The midfielder abolished a flowing step launched by Thembinkosi Lorch and Peter Shalulil, which caught the Defense of Guard of Asperence.
This goal not only won a win, but also maintained the impressive record of Saundown in the competition, where he remained unbeaten in the knockout stages this season.
Dominance in midfield and strategic discipline
Sundown greatly controlled the occupation and decided to Tempo throughout the match. Their midfield trio -Tobo is very dynamic for aspiring to handle, Tobo Mokona, Thumba Zwen, and Olende. Coach Rulni Mokowena’s strategic setup emphasized tight defensive structure and quick transitions, disappointing the Tunisian side.
Spying under pressure
Esperance Day Tunis, four -time CAF Champions League winners, now face a difficult battle. Despite playing in front of an emotional house crowd, the Tunisian club struggled to break the disciplined defense of Sundown. With no distant goals for their name, they have to score at least twice in South Africa to turn the tie at least twice.
Return to Loftus Versfeld Stadium
The second leg will be held at the lofts Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, where Sundown has been the head. Supported by fans of his home and promoted his concrete performance, Brazilians are in a strong position to reach the final of the CAF Champions League for the first time since 2016.
What is at stake
One place in the final and a shot winner in Continental Glory was waiting. For the Mamelodi Sundown, reaching the finals will confirm their position as one of the aristocratic clubs of Africa. For Espérance, this is the opportunity to retrieve the previous pride and avenge the disappointment of the previous season.
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