As Pyramids FC and Mamelodi Sundowns prepare to clash in the second leg of the CAF Champions League final this Sunday, the spotlight turns to the storied rivalry between Egyptian and South African clubs in this prestigious competition. This encounter marks the fifth time teams from these two nations have faced off in the tournament’s final, with Egypt holding a dominant record.
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The inaugural final between Egyptian and South African clubs occurred in 2001, when Al Ahly defeated Mamelodi Sundowns 4-1 on aggregate. The first leg in Pretoria ended in a 1–1 draw, but Al Ahly secured a commanding 3-0 victory in Cairo to clinch the title.
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In 2013, Al Ahly once again bested a South African side, overcoming Orlando Pirates 3-1 over two legs. The first leg in Johannesburg concluded with a 1-1 draw, followed by a 2-0 win for Al Ahly in Cairo.
Mamelodi Sundowns achieved a historic victory in 2016, becoming the only South African team to defeat Egyptian opposition in a Champions League final. They secured a 3-0 home win against Zamalek and, despite a 1–0 loss in the away leg, won the title with a 3-1 aggregate score.
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The most recent final between these nations was in 2021, where Al Ahly triumphed over Kaizer Chiefs with a decisive 3–0 victory in a single-leg final held in Casablanca.
Overall Record
- Total Finals: 4
- Egyptian Wins: 3
- South African Wins: 1
