Would you rate Sundowns' season a success?
Themba Zwane of Mamelodi Sundowns looks dejected during the CAF Champions League match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Wydad Athletic Club at Loftus Stadium.Mamelodi Sundowns have failed in their goal to win the Caf Champions League, with fans split on how to rate their season.
Sundowns were dumped out the cup by Wydad Athletic Club at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria on Saturday.0-0 draw in the first leg of the semifinal at the Mohammed V Stadium in Morocco, Sundowns were craving a win that would see them make a third appearance in the Champions League final.Sundowns got their noses in front again through Peter Shalulile a few minutes later, but an own goal in the closing stages byIt will now be a repeat of last year’s final between Wydad and Al Ahly.
Coach Rulani Mokwena said his side were disappointed not to go through, but promised to bounce back next season. “This is a difficult competition and congratulations to Wydad for progressing and I wish them all the best for the final. We end having won a lot of hearts but of course it is not good enough,” he said.Sundowns had set their hearts, and season, on winning the Champions League.
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