Mamelodi Sundowns vs Wydad Casablanca Prediction: The Brazilians can’t afford to miss a lifetime opportunity of winning the first AFL title

Mamelodi Sundowns suffered their first defeat in this competition and have a stern test ahead of their clash against Wydad Casablanca at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Sunday. Masandawan chase a goal deficit following their (2-1) loss in Morocco and must win all the duels and give the visitors no breathing space to stand a chance here.

Rulani Mokwena's men succumbed to their first defeat in the AFL, conceding twice while scoring once. They conceded the first goal in the tournament when Montasser Lahtimi jinxed his way into the box and played a low cross that was diverted into his own net by Rivaldo Coetzee. The second half began with Sundowns asking lots of questions and finally got a penalty in the 75th minute. With the intensity at its highest and both teams going for the win, it was the hosts who found the back of the net again as Anas Serhatt fired a powerful strike into the back of the net.

Mamelodi have won twice, drawn three and lost a game in this competition.

The three-time African Champions are the most successful team in Morocco, with twenty-two league titles to their name.

They have had some impressive performances in this tournament so far, with four wins and a defeat. Wydad Casablanca failed to retain the CAF Champions League last season as Al Ahly overthrew them.

The Red Castle are a very organised and disciplined team, and with their recent performances, they’ll definitely have a good game here.

Over their last thirteen meetings, Mamelodi Sundowns have recorded three victories, while Wydad Casablanca have won five games with six matches ending in a share of the spoils.

The winner of the AFL will be decided in South Africa as Mamelodi Sundowns gear up for a must-win encounter against Wydad Casablanca. Their first leg was one of the best games so far in this tournament, with lots of exciting moments, but it was Wydad who secured the maximum points.

This game won’t deprive us of excitement as two of the best teams in Africa will trade blows for the first AFL title. The Brazilians are elated with the return of their last season's top scorer, Peter Shalulile, who has been injured since October. Wydad Casablanca know how to hold the Brazilians by their balls, but it’ll be difficult this time as the 51,762-capacity stadium will be boiling and hostile for the visitors; bet on Mamelodi Sundowns win for 1.77.

The Moroccan side are a very dangerous team and play one of the best football in the continent; however, Sundowns are a well-balanced team and will be ready to halt the attacking threats of the Red Castle. We expect the hosts to be at the top of their game here; bet on a home win and under 3.5 for 2.17.

The Brazilians are expected to win before the break for 2.41.

Good luck!