Modiba Goal Gives Sundowns First-Leg CAF Final Lead

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On 2026-05-17, Mamelodi Sundowns beat Morocco’s Royal Armed Forces (AS FAR) 1-0 in the first leg of the CAF Champions League final in South Africa. Neo Maema Modiba’s strike gives the South African side a narrow advantage ahead of the return leg in Rabat, where the title will be decided.

Reported Facts

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•Mamelodi Sundowns hosted the first leg of the CAF Champions League final against AS FAR on 2026-05-17.
•Modiba scored the only goal of the match to secure a 1-0 win for Sundowns.
•The match was described as chaotic, with Sundowns missing several clear scoring chances.
•Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena and his staff expressed confidence about defending the lead in the second leg in Rabat.
•Defender Keanu Cupido started for Sundowns in the first leg after being passed fit before the match.
•The second leg of the CAF Champions League final will be played in Rabat, Morocco, with AS FAR needing to overturn the 1-0 deficit.

What Could Happen If...

▸If Mamelodi Sundowns avoid defeat in the second leg in Rabat The South African club will win the CAF Champions League title and lift the trophy in Morocco.

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CNChannel News AsiaMamelodi Sundowns beat Royal Armed Forces 1-0 in African Champions League final first leg AFRICABusiness Day (South Africa)Modiba’s strike gives Sundowns edge in chaotic Champions League final AFRICAIOL (South Africa)Missed chances, but Cardoso's Sundowns remain confident for CAF second leg in Rabat AFRICA