The Sundowns windfall comes from three major sources. They include their CAF Champions League triumph, a FIFA World Cup payout and the sale of Thapelo Maseko.
THAPELO MASEKO SALE COMPLETES R150M
The first major boost came in May. Sundowns won the CAF Champions League and reportedly collected R97 million in prize money.
That victory gave the Brazilians a major financial boost. It also strengthened their position as one of Africa’s biggest clubs. The next payment arrived in July. FIFA reportedly paid Mamelodi Sundowns R25 million through its club benefits programme.
The payment compensated the club for releasing eight players for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The final piece came through Thapelo Maseko.
The talented winger reportedly completed a R28 million move to Danish giants FC Copenhagen. That transfer pushed the club’s three-month windfall to around R150 million.
MAMELODI SUNDOWNS CASH IN
The numbers highlight the financial power of Sundowns. The club has turned success on the pitch into serious revenue. Winning the CAF Champions League brought prize money. The . The Thapelo Maseko sale brought a significant transfer fee.
That is a powerful combination. Sundowns have now shown how continental success, international exposure and player development can work together financially.
For the Betway Premiership champions, the R150 million windfall provides another major advantage as they continue their pursuit of domestic and continental success.
Meanwhile, Sundowns are set to bank more cash after their historic 2026 CAF Champions League triumph opened the door to several major international competitions.
Kabo Yellow secured automatic qualification for the 2026 FIFA Intercontinental Cup after conquering Africa for the second time. They also earned an early ticket to the expanded 2029 FIFA Club World Cup, which will feature 32 teams.
Their continental success also booked their place in the 2026 CAF Super Cup. Sundowns will face USM Alger in the one-off final, with another major prize and financial reward on the line.
