Mamelodi Sundowns suffer Teboho Mokoena injury scare after frustrating Wiliete stalemate

Mamelodi Sundowns and Wiliete SC clashed in a goalless draw during the first leg of their CAF Champions League second preliminary round tie in Angola. Head coach Miguel Cardoso made two substitutions, replacing Ronwen Williams with Ricardo Goss in goal and Aubrey Modiba with Fawaaz Basadien at left-back. The match began 30 minutes late due to weather conditions.

Sundowns dominated the first half, creating the better chances, but Wiliete's defense thwarted their efforts. Bryan León nearly put Sundowns ahead with a shot that was cleared off the line by a Wiliete player. Midfielder Teboho Mokoena left the field due to an injury after a heavy challenge from a Wiliete player, causing concern for Cardoso as Sundowns had to manage both domestic and continental commitments.

Despite their efforts, Sundowns could not capitalize on their possession and chances, leaving the tie level ahead of the return leg in South Africa. This result means Wiliete will need to leverage home advantage to advance to the Champions League group stages. Meanwhile, Durban City secured a more impressive result in the CAF Confederation Cup, defeating AS Port Louis 3-1 in the first leg at Moses Mabhida Stadium.

Haashim Domingo and Gaston Sirino scored for Durban City, with Tashreeq Morris adding a penalty to their tally, giving them a two-goal lead going into the return match.