The stage is set for a fascinating conclusion to the 2024/25 CAF Champions League as South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns host Egypt’s Pyramids FC in the first leg of the final at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria on Saturday. The return leg will take place on June 1st in Cairo. Let’s look at the preview and prediction for this eagerly awaited contest.
Preview
- Fixture: Mamelodi Sundowns vs Pyramids FC
- Competition: CAF Champions League Final (First Leg)
- Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
- Kick-off: 15:00 SAST
- Venue: Loftus Versfeld Stadium, Pretoria
1.77
Mamelodi Sundowns vs Pyramids FC
Mamelodi Sundowns
Match Result
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Mamelodi Sundowns, aiming for their second CAF Champions League title after their 2016 triumph, have been dominant domestically, recently clinching their eighth consecutive PSL title. However, they’ve faced challenges in recent continental campaigns, often falling short in the knockout stages. Their semi-final progression this year came via the away goals rule after a 1-1 aggregate draw with Al Ahly.
Pyramids FC, established in 2008 and backed by UAE investors, have rapidly ascended in African football. This marks their first appearance in the CAF Champions League final, having previously reached the CAF Confederation Cup final in 2020. Their journey to the final included a 3-2 aggregate victory over Orlando Pirates in the semi-finals.
5.35
Mamelodi Sundowns vs Pyramids fc
Pyramids FC
Match result
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Recent Form & Statistics
Mamelodi Sundowns:
- Unbeaten in their last 8 matches across all competitions.
- Have not lost a single home game in the CAF Champions League this season.
- Conceded just 1 goal in 6 home matches during the tournament.
- Key Player: Lucas Ribeiro – The Brazilian forward has been instrumental in Sundowns’ attacking prowess.
Pyramids FC:
- Won their last 3 matches in all competitions.
- Struggled on the road in the CAF Champions League, with only 1 win in 6 away matches.
- Failed to score in 4 of their last 5 away games in the tournament.
- Key Player: Fiston Mayele – The Congolese striker has netted 5 goals in the competition, including the decisive goal against Orlando Pirates.
Prediction
Prediction: Mamelodi Sundowns to win at 1.77.
