CAFCL Final: Why It Would Be Difficult for Mamelodi Sundowns to Beat Pyramids in Egypt

• Mamelodi Sundowns have all to play for in the second leg of the CAF Champions League after their 1-1 draw in the first against Pyramids FC in South Africa
• The Premier Soccer League giants were left heartbroken after suffering from a late goal in the first leg clash which condemn them to winning the second by all means
• Briefly News had an exclusive chat with a Sports Journalist who gave a detailed analysis on why it would be difficult for the Pretoria giants to get a win in Egypt this weekend

Mamelodi Sundowns are looking forward to the second leg of the CAF Champions League final against Pyramids FC at the 30 June Stadium.

The Egyptian side earned a deserved 1-1 draw in the first leg at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium, and needs to avoid defeat in the second to win their first ever CAF Champions League.

Masandawana wrapped up the Betway Premiership league title a few weeks ago after defeating Chippa United and Magesi FC in their last two matches of the season before switching focus to the CAF Champions League final. However, due to the late goal they conceded in the first leg, it's looking like a huge task for them.

Sundowns vs Pyramids: Why it will be tough for Masandawana

Sports journalist Uche Anuma, in an exclusive chat with Briefly News, explained why it would be difficult for Sundowns to beat Pyramids FC in the second leg.

"Mamelodi Sundowns have a big job on their hand, that last-minute goal in the first leg put them in a difficult situation ahead of the second leg in Egypt," he said.

"Pyramids FC's home game against Orlando Pirates should be an eye-opener for the Brazilians on how difficult it is to face an Egyptian side at home.

“Sundowns also did it when they faced Al Ahly in the semis, but this is a different ball game entirely, and Pyramids FC might not give away a late goal like they and the Red Devils did in theirs.

“It’s going to be a tough one for Masandawana, as Pyramids FC just need to stop them from scoring, and they would be the champions. That’s also not an easy feat to achieve for the Egyptian giants.”

Anuma also presented his case on how Sundowns can get a win in the second leg despite not having the home advantage.

“Sundowns are an unpredictable team themselves and have better experience in the final compared to Pyramids,” he added.

“Experience will be key for both teams in the second leg, and the Brazilians have an advantage in that aspect; from their players to their head coach Miguel Cardoso, who is managing in a CAF Champions League final for the second time.

"The most important thing for Cardoso and his team is making the little chance they create in the game count, there would be no time for marginal error."

3 Sundowns stars who deserve to start the 2nd leg

Briefly News earlier reported that Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso was urged to start these three players in the second leg of the final in Egypt.

Two of the players started the first leg on the bench; one was subbed on while another was left on the bench all through the tie

Source: Briefly News