Mamelodi Sundowns has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing their second African Champions League title, triumphing over FAR Rabat with a 2-1 aggregate score. The decisive match took place at the Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco, where the teams battled to a 1-1 draw in the second leg of the final on May 24, 2026. This victory marks a significant comeback for the South African side, known as 'the Brazilians' due to their vibrant yellow kit, who last lifted the trophy in 2016.
The match commenced with Sundowns holding a narrow 1-0 advantage from the first leg. The atmosphere was electric as the home team, FAR Rabat, sought to capitalize on their home field advantage. Their efforts paid off shortly before halftime when Mohamed Hrimat successfully converted a penalty kick, leveling the aggregate score after Divine Lunga fouled Reda Slim. However, Sundowns quickly retaliated; just before the halftime whistle, Teboho Mokoena found the back of the net with a powerful strike that hit the underside of the crossbar, restoring their aggregate lead.
In a dramatic turn of events during the second half, FAR Rabat was awarded another penalty in the 74th minute when Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams committed a foul against Youssef El Fahli. Yet, Williams redeemed himself by saving Hrimat's penalty attempt, preserving Sundowns' slim lead and ultimately sealing their victory. This triumph adds to Sundowns' illustrious history, while FAR Rabat, who previously claimed the title in 1985, will be left to ponder what could have been.
As reported by newsday.com.
