Mamelodi Sundowns will travel to Burundi to face Bumamuru in the second round first leg of the CAF Champions League on Friday, September 15.
Sundowns are the defending champions of the competition and are one of the favorites to lift the trophy again this year. Bumamuru, on the other hand, are making their debut in the Champions League.
Kick-off time
The match will kick off at 1 PM local time (3 PM in South Africa) at the Azam Complex Stadium in Buganda.
TV channel
The match will be broadcast live on SuperSport PSL channel and SABC channel 1. Fans can also stream the match on Sundowns’ YouTube channel.
Squad
Sundowns are expected to field a strong team for the match, with the likes of Peter Shalulile, Themba Zwane, and Keagan Dolly all in contention to start.
Bumamuru are likely to start with a young team, but they will be determined to make a good impression in their first Champions League match.
Preview
Sundowns are the clear favorites to win this match, but Bumamuru will not be easy opponents. The Burundian side are well-organized and have some talented players.
Sundowns will need to be careful not to underestimate Bumamuru, as they could be caught on the counter-attack. However, if Sundowns can play to their strengths and control the ball, they should be able to win the match comfortably.
Prediction
Sundowns to win 2-0.
