Mamelodi Sundowns thrashed Al Ahli Benghazi 4-0 in their Caf Champions League encounter at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday afternoon to book their place in the group stages of the competition.
Orlando Pirates defender Innocent Maela is confident that the Buccaneers will return home with result needed to qualify for the Caf Champions League group stage.
Mamelodi Sundowns assistant coach Manqoba Mngqithi confirmed that Themba Zwane is the only player doubtful for their Caf Champions League clash against Al Ahli Benghazi.
Orlando Pirates defender Innocent Maela believes their luck will change when they take on African Stars in the second leg of the Caf Champions League.
African Stars coach Bobby Samaria believes Orlando Pirates will be better prepared for their upcoming Caf Champions League second leg clash on Saturday.
Orlando Pirates captain Happy Jele is confident that the Soweto giants will get a favourable result in Namibia against African Stars which will seal their progression to the next round of the CAF Champions League.
Orlando Pirates coach Milutin Sredojevic is confident his side can overcome African Stars in the return leg if their Caf Champions League encounter on Saturday.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane has been impressed by Phakamani Mahlambi growth in the squad since making the move from Egyptian giants Al Ahly.
Pitso Mosimane will miss a large part of Mamelodi Sundowns’ preparations for their must-win Caf Champions League clash against Al Ahli as he is in the completion of Caf Pro Licence.
Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Kennedy Mweene believes their disappointment in the Caf Champions League last season will push them to claiming continental glory this season.