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Mamelodi Sundowns prepare to defend CAF Champions League title in Angola

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 6:21 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Mamelodi Sundowns prepare to defend CAF Champions League title in Angola

Summary

Mamelodi Sundowns, the reigning CAF Champions League champions, are set to begin their title defense against Wiliete in Angola following the recent qualifying draws held in Cairo. Sundowns received a bye in the first qualifying round and will face either Wiliete or Foresters from Seychelles. Wiliete, returning to the competition after losing in the first qualifying round last season, has strengthened its squad by signing Angolan internationals Mabululu and Gilberto. The first round of matches is scheduled for September 4-6 and 11-13, while the second round will take place on October 16-18 and 23-25.

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By the Numbers

•Mamelodi Sundowns likely to face Wiliete in Angola.
•Sundowns aim for back-to-back titles in CAF Champions League.
•Wiliete boosts squad with new signings ahead of the matchup.
•First round matches scheduled for early September.
•Esperance also received a bye in the qualifying rounds.

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6:21 PMYahoo Sports — African champions Sundowns set to start title defence in Angola

What they're saying

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South African club Mamelodi Sundowns are likely to launch their defence of the CAF Champions League in Angola against Wiliete after the qualifying draws were made in Cairo on Thursday. Sundowns and Esperance are among nine winners of the Champions League -- formerly the African Cup of Champions Clubs -- chasing the six-million-dollar first prize.
— Yahoo Sports

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