CAF Champions League: Rulani Mokwena congratulates Mamelodi Sundowns on qualification

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·14 febbraio 2026

CAF Champions League: Rulani Mokwena congratulates Mamelodi Sundowns on qualification

CAF Champions League: Mokwena acknowledges Sundowns' superiority

CAF Champions League: Rulani Mokwena congratulates Mamelodi Sundowns on qualification

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Rulani Mokwena made no excuses after MC Alger's elimination at the hands of Mamelodi Sundowns (2-0) on the final day of the 2025/2026 CAF Champions League group stage. Defeated and denied a qualification that had been within reach, the Doyen bows out of the competition with 7 points.

At the final whistle, the MCA coach acknowledged the superiority of the opposition:

"They were the better team and they deserve to win. Congratulations to Mamelodi Sundowns."

With this victory, Sundowns secure their qualification behind Al Hilal Omdurman, while MCA finish third in the group.

“They were the better side and they deserve to win. Congratulations to Mamelodi Sundowns.” - Rulani Mokwena at full time Respect shown after a hard-fought game. Sundowns’ quality clearly made the difference. #CAFCLwithMicky #AfricanFootball
– sabato 14 febbraio 2026