Sundowns Aim to Finish the Job Against Remo Stars
Mamelodi Sundowns are on the verge of securing their place in the CAF Champions League group stage as they prepare to face Remo Stars this evening at Loftus Versfeld Stadium. The Brazilians hold a commanding 5-1 lead from the first leg played last weekend, putting them in a strong position to advance.
Coach Miguel Cardoso's side has enjoyed a full week of preparation after their midweek league fixture against Sekhukhune United was postponed. This extra time could allow them to fine-tune their strategy and potentially rest some key players, given their comfortable advantage.
Remo Stars face a daunting task, needing to score at least four unanswered goals to have any hope of progressing. The odds are heavily stacked against them, but they will undoubtedly come out fighting.
Sundowns Starting XI
Here's how Mamelodi Sundowns are expected to line up:
- Onyango
- Mudau
- Kekana
- Cupido
- Mokoena
- Modiba
- Allende
- Matthews
- Shalulile
- Santos
- Sales
Subs: Pieterse, Adams, Lebusa, Aubaas, Letlhaku, Reisinho, Lunga, Ntsabeleng, Mothiba
The Sundowns squad boasts a wealth of talent, and Cardoso has the luxury of rotating players if needed. The focus will likely be on controlling the game and preventing Remo Stars from gaining any momentum. Can Sundowns complete the job and secure their spot in the CAF Champions League group stage? All eyes will be on Loftus Versfeld this evening.