After a tense draw, Mamelodi Sundowns' hopes for an all-South African CAF Champions League final are on the line as they head into the second leg against Al Ahly.
With a 1-0 deficit to overturn, Stellenbosch FC coach Steve Barker believes his team can secure victory against Simba FC in the CAF Confederation Cup semi-final's second leg.
Despite maintaining their unbeaten streak, Orlando Pirates' lacklustre performance in a tense 0-0 draw against Pyramids FC raises serious concerns ahead of the crucial return leg in Cairo.
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro is proud of his team's effort on the continent this season, and that's why he feel they are at the level of the best team at the moment.
In a sea of controversy following a clutch of disallowed goals for their North African opponents, VAR emerged as a game-changer in Saturday's CAF Champions League semi-finals, keeping the hopes of Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns alive as they push towards their goal of continental success.
Orlando Pirates' dream of returning to the pinnacle of African football could soon be realised as they held Pyramids to a stalemate in the CAF Champions League semi-final first leg at FNB Stadium on Saturday night.
IQRAAM RAYNERS is yet to realize the dream that saw him take up the challenge of trading his home province Western Cape, for Gauteng a second time.
Tactically, this tie presents an interesting duel because Steve Barker is expected to continue with a cautious approach — sitting deep, absorbing pressure, and relying on structured transitions against Zamalek, this worked to perfection but against Simba, however, who plays at a higher tempo and often stretch teams, the margins will be thinner.
Orlando Pirates face Pyramids FC in a thrilling CAF Champions League semi-final, marking a pivotal moment in their quest for continental glory. With a rich legacy and a modern rival, this clash promises to be a battle of tradition versus ambition