Mamelodi Sundowns Defeat Stade Malien (3-0), Close in on CAF Champions League Semifinals

T.E (Elbotola)

13 March 2026at19:57

Mamelodi Sundowns secured a convincing 3-0 victory over their visitors Stade Malien in the first leg of the CAF Champions League quarter-finals. The match took place at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria.

The South African side ended the first half with a lead, thanks to a goal scored by Khuliso Mudau in the 34th minute. Sundowns could have extended their advantage further, were it not for the excellent performance of the visitors' goalkeeper.

Sundowns sought to consolidate their lead in the second half and successfully did so, scoring their second and third goals through Lucas Ribeiro Costa in the 55th minute and Peter Shalulile in the 74th minute, respectively.

It is worth noting that should Sundowns qualify for the Champions League semi-finals, they will face the winner of the clash between Tunisia's Esperance and Egypt's Al Ahly.

Q&A

What happened in the Mamelodi Sundowns vs. Stade Malien match?

Mamelodi Sundowns secured a decisive 3-0 victory against Stade Malien in the first leg of their CAF Champions League quarter-final clash. The South African side scored three goals at Loftus Versfeld Stadium.

How does this victory impact Mamelodi Sundowns' CAF Champions League campaign?

This commanding 3-0 win puts Mamelodi Sundowns in a strong position to advance to the CAF Champions League semi-finals. They now hold a significant advantage heading into the second leg of the quarter-final tie.

Who will Mamelodi Sundowns potentially face in the CAF Champions League semi-finals?

Should Mamelodi Sundowns successfully qualify for the CAF Champions League semi-finals, they are set to face the winner of another highly anticipated quarter-final match. This opponent will emerge from a clash between two strong North African teams.

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