Mamelodi Sundowns in Congo to face Maniema Union on Saturday and Hollywoodbets Sports Blog gives you all the details for this encounter.
How to watch
This match will be staged at the Stade Des Martyrs in Congo and is scheduled to kick-off at 15:00 SAT. Satellite TV giants DStv’s SuperSport TV will carry the game live on channel 209.
Head-to-head
17/10/2021: Maniema 2 – 2 Sundowns
24/10/2021: Sundowns 2 – 0 Maniema
26/11/2024: Sundowns 0 – 0 Maniema
Recent form
15/12/2024: Mamelodi Sundowns 1 – 0 Raja Casablanca
18/12/2024: Stellenbosch 0 – 1 Mamelodi Sundowns
24/12/2024: AmaZulu 0 – 1 Mamelodi Sundowns
28/12/2024: Richards Bay 0 – 2 Mamelodi Sundowns
04/01/2025: Raja Casablanca 1 – 0 Mamelodi Sundowns
On the road, but let’s bring home 3 points this weekend!
— Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) January 8, 2025
⚽ AS Maniema Union vs Mamelodi Sundowns
📆 11 January
⏰ 15H00
🏟 Stade Des Martyrs
📺 SS 209#Sundowns #TotalEnergiesCAFCL #RabatsenaGape pic.twitter.com/Lk6oCO9v9E
Players to watch
Iqraam Rayners may not have found the back of the net in his last two outings against Richards Bay in the Betway Premiership and Raja Casablanca in the Champions League, but you can bet your bottom dollar he’ll be firing on all cylinders in this upcoming clash.
Before being relegated to the bench against Richards Bay, Rayners was in scintillating form, scoring in five consecutive matches. Now, coach Cardoso will be counting on the 29-year-old to deliver the goods when it matters most.
Alongside Rayners, Lucas Ribeiro has been in sensational form, turning in a stellar performance against the Natal Rich Boyz. The Brazilian not only scored but also set up a goal, ensuring Sundowns ended 2024 on a high note.
Ribeiro is one of the key signings specifically brought in to help the club lift the Champions League trophy – a stage where he’s expected to bring his A-game and make a lasting impact. With both players in top form, Sundowns are set for a thrilling encounter.
Betting odds
Maniema Union 31/10 | Draw 7/4 | Mamelodi Sundowns 11/01
Sundowns and Maniena played a draw in the previous game. That is a suggestion that this encounter is likely to go either way.
However, to win, the best bet would be to go with the hosts, who will enjoy home comforts and are desperate to get back to the fold as far as possibility of qualifying is concerned.
