South African Clubs Learn CAF Opponents - Sundowns Drawn With Angolan Giants
The Premier Soccer League's four representatives—Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates, Durban City, and Kaizer Chiefs—are set for the second qualifying round of Africa's top club competitions. Sundowns will tackle Wiliete SC of Angola, while Pirates face Namibian champions African Stars, both in the CAF Champions League. In the CAF Confederation Cup, Durban City meet Port Louis of Mauritius, and Chiefs are up against Zambia’s Red Arrows. Advancing to the group stage is the ultimate goal as each side prepares for challenging fixtures this October.
- Sundowns, Pirates, Durban City, and Chiefs learn their opponents for second CAF qualifying round.
- Each club faces tough international opposition in October.
- All teams aim to secure a spot in the prestigious group stages.
Mamelodi Sundowns won the CAF Champions League last season for the first time in 10 years (Getty Images).
The Premier Soccer League's four continental representatives will play in the second qualifying round of Africa's major club competitions.
Both Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs had a bye in the first qualifying round, whilst Orlando Pirates and Durban City won their clashes over two legs.
Sundowns Handed Angolan Test
Mamelodi Sundowns will face Angolan side Wiliete SC in the second preliminary round of the CAF Champions League. Wiliete advanced after beating Seychelles’ Foresters FC 5-0 on aggregate and also have former Orlando Pirates winger Gilberto in their squad.
The first leg is scheduled for 16–18 October, with the return fixture from 23–25 October.
Pirates Draw African Stars
Orlando Pirates will meet Namibian champions African Stars in the second preliminary round of the CAF Champions League. African Stars advanced after eliminating Gabonese side Mangasport on the away-goals rule following a 3-3 aggregate draw.
Pirates will be looking to reach the group stage after falling at the same stage in their previous two campaigns.
Durban City Face Port Louis
Durban City progressed to the second preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup after defeating Rukinzo 3-1 on aggregate. They will now face Mauritian side Port Louis, who advanced after beating Botswana’s Jwaneng Galaxy 2-1 on aggregate.
City will be aiming to continue their impressive start to their continental campaign against their next opponents.
Chiefs Draw Red Arrows
Kaizer Chiefs will face Zambian club Red Arrows in the second preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup. Red Arrows reached the next round after defeating Madagascar’s FC Rouge 4-0 on aggregate.
Chiefs will now look to overcome the Zambian side and move closer to securing a place in the group stage.
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