Mamelodi Sundowns host Esperance Tunis at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday, 18 April in a decisive second leg of their CAF Champions League semi-final.
Masandawana hold a narrow but crucial 1-0 advantage from the first leg in Rades.
Match context
The Brazilians made history in Tunisia last weekend, securing their first-ever away win over Esperance Tunis thanks to a second-half header from Brayan Leon.
That result gives them a slight edge heading into the return leg, despite finishing the match with 10 men following Grant Kekana’s late red card.
Back on home soil, Mamelodi Sundowns will rely on their formidable record at Loftus Versfeld, where they have remained unbeaten in CAF Champions League matches over the past two seasons.
Esperance eye comeback
Esperance Tunis, under coach Patrice Beaumelle, arrive in Pretoria determined to overturn the deficit.
The four-time African champions have already shown their ability on the road this season, including a notable victory over Al Ahly in Cairo.
What to expect
The tactical battle is expected to be finely balanced.
Mamelodi Sundowns may adopt a compact approach, looking to strike on the counter, while Esperance Tunis are likely to push forward aggressively in search of an early goal.
With a place in the final at stake, all is set for a high-stakes encounter in Pretoria as both sides chase continental glory.
Kick-off is at 15:00.
Prediction
Mamelodi Sundowns 1-1 Esperance Tunis
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