Orlando Pirates vs Al Ahly, 2024-25 CAF Champions League, Group Stage
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Game Information
Venue: Orlando Stadium
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
CAF Champions League Standings
| # | TEAM | GP | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mamelodi Sundowns | 2 | +2 | 4 |
| 2 | Al Hilal Omdurman | 2 | +1 | 4 |
| 3 | MC Alger | 2 | -1 | 1 |
| 4 | FC Saint Eloi Lupopo | 2 | -2 | 1 |
Line-Ups
Orlando Pirates (4-2-3-1)
| No. | Name |
|---|---|
| 24 | Sipho Chaine (GK) |
| 5 | Nkosinathi Sibisi |
| 28 | Thabiso Sesane |
| 29 | Paseka Mako |
| 30 | Dean David Van Rooyen |
| 3 | Relebohile Ratomo |
| 8 | Makhehlene Makhaula |
| 16 | Thalente Mbatha |
| 17 | Evidence Makgopa |
| 7 | Deon Hotto |
| 14 | Monnapule Saleng |
Al Ahly (4-2-3-1)
| No. | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Mohamed El Shenawy (GK) |
| 5 | Ramy Rabia |
| 6 | Yasser Ibrahim |
| 18 | Yahia Attiyat Allah |
| 3 | Omar Kamal |
| 22 | Emam Ashour |
| 13 | Marwan Attia |
| 8 | Akram Tawfik |
| 9 | Wessam Abou Ali |
| 12 | Reda Slim |
| 29 | Taher Mohamed |
CAF Champions League News
Mamelodi Sundowns appear to be gradually rediscovering their rhythm, but face a tough test as they visit former head coach Rhulani Mokwena's in-form MC Alger in the CAF Champions League on Friday.
The CAF Champions League group stage kicks off this weekend, and following a fascinating draw on November 3, we've got some enticing match-ups to look forward to and some compelling storylines to track.
Last season's runners-up, Mamelodi Sundowns, begin their CAF Champions League group stage campaign at home to Saint-Éloi Lupopo, the club which unceremoniously ended Orlando Pirates' campaign.
Democratic Republic of Congo giants Tout Puissant Mazembe have confirmed that one of their supporters was killed during Sunday's Linafoot derby against FC Saint-Etoi Lupopo, after being struck by a machete.
Orlando Pirates will be desperate to avoid a second tournament exit in the span of half a week when they host Magesi in the Carling Knockout Cup on Tuesday.