Johannesburg, South Africa — 2026-03-22 Ten-men Sundowns Secure Spot in CAF Champions League Semifinals. Mamelodi Sundowns has successfully navigated a challenging match in Mali to secure their place in the CAF Champions League semifinals. Despite suffering a loss in Mali, the South African side won the aggregate match against Stade Malien, advancing to the next stage of the competition.
The match in Mali was particularly challenging for Sundowns, who were reduced to ten men after an early red card. Despite the numerical disadvantage, the team displayed resilience and determination, ultimately securing a crucial victory that saw them advance on the aggregate scoreline.
According to local reports, the aggregate match saw Sundowns win 2-1 on the day, following a 1-1 draw in the first leg in South Africa.
The victory was celebrated by the team and their fans, who have been cheering them on throughout the tournament.
The semifinal spot is a significant achievement for Sundowns, who have been performing consistently well in the competition.
The team’s manager expressed his satisfaction with the performance, highlighting the players’ability to overcome adversity.
Officials commented on the matter. “But the players showed great character and fought hard to secure the win.”
The semifinals will be a tough test for Sundowns, as they will face a formidable opponent.
However, the team’s performance in the qualifying rounds has been impressive, and they will be confident of their chances. Further details regarding the semifinal opponents and the exact match dates are expected to be announced shortly.
