Match Preview: AS FAR Rabat vs Mamelodi Sundowns
In a highly anticipated clash, AS FAR Rabat will face the Mamelodi Sundowns on Sunday, May 24, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco. Following a narrow 1-0 defeat in the first leg held in Pretoria, AS FAR Rabat is eager to overturn the result and secure their place in the annals of African football history during this CAF Champions League final rematch. The game is set to kick off at 20:00 local time (GMT+1), which is 21:00 in France. Fans can catch the live broadcast on beIN Sports 2 in France and beIN Sports Mena in Morocco.
What to Expect from the Return Leg
The Sundowns, having clinched a vital away goal courtesy of Aubrey Modiba's free-kick just before halftime, have positioned themselves favorably for this return fixture. They managed to maintain a clean sheet at home, which is critical in knockout competitions. Despite facing challenges during the match, including a VAR controversy that delayed the game by nearly 30 minutes, AS FAR Rabat demonstrated resilience and held on to hope, thanks in large part to their goalkeeper, Ahmed Reda Tagnaouti, who made several crucial saves. This upcoming match is expected to be a thrilling encounter, with an anticipated crowd of 60,000 passionate supporters rallying behind the home team.
As both teams aim for their second title in the competition—AS FAR Rabat's last win dating back to 1985 and Mamelodi Sundowns winning in 2016—the stakes could not be higher. With the return of key players like Fallou Mendy for AS FAR and Grant Kekana for Mamelodi Sundowns, both squads will be at full strength, ready to battle it out for glory in this iconic matchup.
As reported by afrik-foot.com.
