CAF Champions League Final: Pyramids FC Host Mamelodi Sundowns in Cairo on June 1

The 2024-25 TotalEnergies CAF Champions League final reaches its thrilling conclusion this Sunday, June 1, as Egypt’s Pyramids FC welcome South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns to the iconic 30 June Stadium in Cairo. Kick-off is set for 19:00 local time (17:00 GMT).

The first leg, played on May 24 at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, ended in a 1-1 stalemate. Sundowns took the lead through Lucas Ribeiro Costa’s strike, but Pyramids’ Walid El Karti salvaged a late equalizer in stoppage time, setting the stage for a tightly contested second leg.

Pyramids need a win or a goalless draw to secure their first-ever Champions League title. Sundowns, meanwhile, can clinch the trophy with a victory or a high-scoring draw of 2-2 or more. A 1-1 draw will send the match to penalties.

This final marks the 61st edition of Africa’s premier club competition and the 29th under the CAF Champions League format. It also continues the long-standing rivalry between Egyptian and South African clubs in the tournament’s finals, with Egypt having the upper hand historically.

Pyramids have been dominant at home this season, unbeaten in their last 23 home games across all competitions, and boast key players like top scorer Fiston Mayele and creative winger Ramadan Sobhi. Sundowns, chasing their third Champions League crown, have shown resilience and experience, with Lucas Ribeiro Costa leading their attack.

Stay tuned for live updates, post-match analysis, and all the latest on this continental showdown.