Masandawana Faithful Remain Confident Ahead of Potential FIFA World Club Group of Death

• PSL champions Mamelodi Sundowns could be drawn into a tough group at the FIFA World Club Cup after being placed in pot four ahead of the draw
• The draw takes place on Thursday, 5 December 2024, and Sundowns could face European and South American giants in the global competition
• Local fans voiced excitement on social media ahead of Sundowns potentially facing Real Madrid, Manchester City, Juventus and Chelsea

After being placed in pot four of the FIFA Club World Cup, Mamelodi Sundowns could face some of the best players in the world.

The PSL champions will wait until Thursday, 5 December 2024, for the draw, which could pit them against Real Madrid, Boca Juniors, Flamengo, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City.

With Sundowns placed in pot 4, the current PSL log leaders will not have an easy path to success at the Club World Cup's inaugural 32-team format.

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Mamelodi Sundowns could face strong opposition in the USA

The pots for the FIFA Club World Cup were announced in the tweet below:

At the American-based tournament, Sundowns could face stars such as Vinicius Junior, Enzo Fernandez, Harry Kane, and Erling Haaland.

One football megastar that Sundowns will avoid in the group is Lionel Messi after Inter Miami was placed in the same pot as the PSL giants.

Masandawana fans are excited

Local football fans backed Sundowns on social media, saying they are excited to see players such as FIFA-recognised Ronwen Williams face some of the world's best stars.

Nilma CPT is a Downs fan:

"Best in the entire universe."

Themba Mkitika is backing the Downs:

"The sky is the limit!!!!"

Siphamandla Mkhulise supports Masandawana:

"The Yellow Nation."

Jihed K-h rates Sundowns highly:

"The beast of Africa."

Sbusisoh Makhaye noted one star that will play in the tournament:

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"Messi is available for Inter Miami."

Ijongo Elincane Masuku is excited:

"Mamelodi Sundowns to the world."

Sanele Masabosi Ngobese asked a question:

"When is the draw?"

Rayen Malouch picked an ideal opponent:

"Real Madrid."

Miguel Rodarte has a question:

"How did Seattle qualify to be in there?"

Marvin Salvatore is against the competition:

"Why does this event exist? The best players are in Europe. End of story."

English clubs show interest in Mamelodi Sundowns star

As Briefly News reported, Mamelodi Sundowns star Khuliso Mudau is attracting interest from English clubs Burnley FC and Leeds United.

The defender has been impressive for Sundowns and Bafana Bafana, catching the eye of Leeds, a club where Mzansi legend Lucas Radebe played a pivotal role in the past.

Source: Briefly News