Sundowns warned of Al-Ahli’s physical threat
'I mean, they were at the Club World C up and won the CAF Champions League,' he said.
Former Mamelodi Sundowns performance analyst Dayle Solomon has reassured the South African club that they should not fear their upcoming match against Saudi Pro League champions Al-Ahli in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup. The Brazilian outfit will be aiming to defend their AFC Champions League title as they face Sundowns in their first match of the tournament.
Paris Saint-Germain has already advanced to the final, leaving other teams to vie for a spot in the decisive showdown. Solomon, who once worked at Al-Qadsiah, a Saudi club, believes Sundowns can handle the challenge. "I don’t think Sundowns should fear them," Solomon stated. "They won the CAF Champions League and proved they can compete on the international stage."
Despite Al-Ahli’s star-studded roster, including England’s Ivan Toney and Portugal’s Francisco Trincão, Solomon maintains confidence in Sundowns. Trincão is particularly lauded as a "superstar" by Solomon. While Mahrez’s departure may impact Al-Ahli’s attacking prowess, Solomon anticipates Sundowns’ mobility as a potential advantage.
SUNEDS SHOULD NOT FEAR THEM, Solomon concluded, "They’ve shown they can compete at the highest level."
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