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Sundowns Win CAF Champions League, Boost World Cup Prospects

5/29/2026

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Mamelodi Sundowns defeated Royal Armed Forces 2-1 on aggregate to claim the African Champions League title.
Coach Hugo Broos said the victory raises confidence for South Africa’s World Cup squad.
Broos’ 26-man roster includes eight Sundowns players and eight Orlando Pirates players.
South Africa opens Group A against Mexico on June 11 and must secure three points early, because eight third-placed teams can still advance.

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Mamelodi Sundowns defeated Royal Armed Forces 2-1 on aggregate to claim the African Champions League title.
Coach Hugo Broos said the victory raises confidence for South Africa’s World Cup squad.
Broos’ 26-man roster includes eight Sundowns players and eight Orlando Pirates players.
South Africa opens Group A against Mexico on June 11 and must secure three points early, because eight third-placed teams can still advance.