It's the final countdown as we build up to the first leg of the 2025 CAF Champions League final between South African powerhouse Mamelodi Sundowns and Egyptian newcomers Pyramids FC this weekend. Loftus is set to be a sea of yellow as the \"Brazilians\" host the first leg and look for a crucial home win ahead of the return leg in Cairo. Pyramids have a number of injuries ahead of the game, and a congested fixture schedule to contend with, while Sundowns will want to show that they can win when it matters most to secure their second star. We give you our predictions, talk about which players you need to keep a close eye on, and also give context to how the majority of Egyptian football will be rooting for Sundowns.
Host: Zayn Nabbi
Guest: Lorenz Köhler (African football expert)
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Show Notes
00:00 - Intro over South African snacks
04:00 - South Africans have a winning habit and Egyptian support
08:00 - Would Sundowns be there without Patrice Motsepe's massive investment?
12:30 - Crucial for Sundowns to do the business at home
16:00 - Pyramids ripe for the taking with missing stars and congested fixture list
20:00 - Sundowns primed for success with full strength squad
23:00 - Players to keep a close eye on
27:30 - CAF to unveil a new trophy
31:00 - Prediction time, who will take the first leg?
Duration: 36:15
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