Brayan Leon: Mamelodi Sundowns Star Likened to Former Manchester United Striker
- Brayan Leon has been hailed by a Mamelodi Sundowns teammate due to his impressive performance since joining the club
- The Colombian striker was also compared to a former Manchester United forward due to his style of play and impact on the team
- The 25-year-old forward has contributed over goals since joining the Brazilians in the January transfer window
Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jaydan Adams has likened red-hot striker Brayan Leon to former Manchester United star Zlatan Ibrahimovic following the Colombian’s impressive performances this season.
Leon only arrived at Sundowns during the January transfer window, but the forward has wasted no time establishing himself as a key player. In just five months, he has registered 18 goal involvements across all competitions, scoring five times in the CAF Champions League while adding 11 league goals and two assists in the Betway Premiership.
The Colombian attacker is tipped to play a decisive role in Sundowns’ upcoming CAF Champions League final clash against Moroccan outfit ASFAR, with the opening leg scheduled for Sunday.
Adams hails Leon on performance at Sundowns
Adams, who has also been one of Sundowns’ standout performers this campaign, praised Leon’s relentless style of play and drew comparisons between the striker and Ibrahimovic because of his intensity and presence on the pitch.
“He reminds me of Ibrahimovic,” Adams said while speaking to the media.
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“He battles for every ball and presses relentlessly. Whether he makes a poor pass or a great one, he keeps going.
“The quality he brings in the penalty area is unbelievable, and it adds something special to our squad.”
Sundowns are set to welcome ASFAR to Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in the first leg of the CAF Champions League final, with Leon playing a major part in helping the team reach the final after netting decisive 1-0 winning goals in both semi-final matches against Esperance Sportive de Tunis.
Cardoso on facing AS FAR in CAFCL
Mamelodi Sundowns suffered a shock defeat to Pyramids FC in last season’s final, and coach Miguel Cardoso is uneasy about his side once again being viewed as favourites.
“FAR are just as strong as Mamelodi Sundowns. They have built an excellent squad and deserve our respect,” Cardoso said.
“Anyone expecting this final to be easier for us than the semi-final against Espérance de Tunis is totally mistaken.”
Cardoso is eager to finally lift the trophy after losing in each of the last two Champions League finals he has reached. Before taking charge of Sundowns, he guided Esperance to the 2024 final, where they were beaten by Al Ahly SC.
Mamelodi Sundowns captain and goalkeeper Ronwen Williams admitted the squad endured significant heartbreak after their 3-2 aggregate defeat to Pyramids FC.
“The loss in the final hurt us deeply. But with time, the disappointment eased and gave us fresh motivation and confidence. We hope this time we can finally become African champions,” said Williams.
Chiefs, Pirates, Sundowns battle for SA forward
Briefly News also reported that Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns are in a transfer battle as they are all interested in snapping up a South African forward.
The three PSL giants were said to be looking for the possibility of signing the winger before the winter transfer window closes.
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Source: Briefly News
