South African football club that won the 2026 CAF Champions League and finished in the South African Premiership title race.
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The Namibian
Mamelodi Sundowns defeated AS FAR 2-1 on aggregate in the 2026 CAF Champions League final
“In 2026, Sundowns ended their continental drought by defeating Moroccan side AS FAR 2-1 on aggregate in the final.”
Shalulile wins 14th career titleThe Namibian
Mamelodi Sundowns defeated Zamalek SC 3-1 on aggregate in the 2016 CAF Champions League final
“they have finally brought it back to South Africa for the first time since winning their maiden title in 2016, when they defeated Egyptian giants Zamalek SC 3-1 on aggregate in the final.”
Shalulile wins 14th career titleThe Namibian
Mamelodi Sundowns finished second with 68 points, one behind Pirates
“The title race went down to the final day, with Mamelodi Sundowns finishing second on 68 points, just one point behind Pirates, who ended the season with 69 points.”
Hotto wins first PSL titleThe Namibian
Mamelodi Sundowns won CAF Champions League with 2-1 aggregate victory
“Midfielder Teboho Mokoena and goalkeeper Ronwen Williams played key roles as Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa drew 1-1 at FAR Rabat of Morocco on Sunday to win the CAF Champions League.”
Mokoena, Williams play key roles as Sundowns become championsThe Namibian
Mamelodi Sundowns were preparing to defend 1-0 lead over FAR Rabat in CAF Champions League final second leg
“While Pirates were playing, Sundowns were in Morocco preparing to defend a 1-0 lead over FAR Rabat on Sunday in the second leg of the CAF Champions League final.”
Own goals help Pirates become champions after 14 yearsThe Namibian
Mamelodi Sundowns defend a 1-0 lead over Moroccan hosts FAR Rabat on Sunday in the second leg of the CAF Champions League final
“Sundowns defend a 1-0 lead over Moroccan hosts FAR Rabat on Sunday in the second leg of the CAF Champions League final, which will be broadcast in more than 100 countries.”
Pressure on Sundowns coach Cardoso in richest African club clashThe Namibian
Mamelodi Sundowns defeated FAR Rabat 1-0 in CAF Champions League final first leg
“A thunderbolt free-kick from Aubrey Modiba gave South African club Mamelodi Sundowns a 1-0 win over Moroccan visitors FAR Rabat on Sunday in the CAF Champions League final first leg.”
Modiba thunderbolt gives Sundowns victory in African final first legThe Namibian
Mamelodi Sundowns finished their season with 68 points
“The Buccaneers have 66 points from 29 matches in the richest African league, two less than defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns, who finished their season with 68 points.”
Pirates must win last match to pip Sundowns for titleThe Namibian
Mamelodi Sundowns defeated Polokwane City 3-0, stretching their Premiership lead to five points
“Mamelodi Sundowns leading scorer Iqraam Rayners was among the goals in a 3-0 victory over Polokwane City on Sunday that stretched their South African Premiership lead to five points.”
Rayners scores as Sundowns stretch lead to five pointsThe Namibian
Mamelodi Sundowns will meet FAR Rabat in CAF Champions League final
“Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa will meet FAR Rabat of Morocco in the two-legged CAF Champions League final after taking contrasting paths on Saturday to the title decider.”
Sundowns to face FAR Rabat in CAF Champions League finalNamibian striker Peter Shalulile won his 14th career title after Mamelodi Sundowns defeated AS FAR 2-1 on aggregate in the 2026 CAF Champions League final, making him the first Namibian player to claim the continental trophy and reinforcing his status as the most decorated Namibian footballer of all time.
27 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian striker Peter Shalulile won his 14th career title after Mamelodi Sundowns defeated AS FAR 2-1 on aggregate in the 2026 CAF Champions League final, making him the first Namibian player to claim the continental trophy and reinforcing his status as the most decorated Namibian footballer of all time.
27 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian forward Deon Hotto won his first South African Premiership Soccer League title as Orlando Pirates defeated Orbit College FC 2-0 on the final day of the season, marking the club's first league championship in 14 years and ending Mamelodi Sundowns' eight-year winning streak.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa won the CAF Champions League with a 2-1 aggregate victory over FAR Rabat of Morocco, drawing 1-1 in the second leg on Sunday. Midfielder Teboho Mokoena and goalkeeper Ronwen Williams played key roles in the final.
25 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Orlando Pirates defeated Orbit College 2-0 through two own goals to win the South African Premiership, ending Mamelodi Sundowns' eight-season dominance and claiming their first title since 2012. The victory completed a domestic treble for Pirates under Moroccan coach Abdeslam Ouaddou.
23 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Mamelodi Sundowns defend a 1-0 lead over Moroccan hosts FAR Rabat in the CAF Champions League final second leg on Sunday, with the aggregate winners earning a record $6 million plus qualification to the 2029 Club World Cup with a minimum $9.5 million payout.
23 May 2026 · The Namibian →
El Hadji Diouf and CAF president Patrick Motsepe believe an African team can win the 2026 World Cup, citing Morocco's run to the semi-finals in Qatar 2022 as evidence of growing capability. Nigeria's Jay-Jay Okocha remains unconvinced about African chances.
21 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Aubrey Modiba's 37th-minute free-kick gave South African club Mamelodi Sundowns a 1-0 victory over Moroccan side FAR Rabat in the CAF Champions League final first leg in Pretoria. Sundowns missed several scoring chances and were delayed by a VAR malfunction in the second half, with the return match scheduled for Rabat next Sunday.
17 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Algerian club USM Alger defeated Egyptian Zamalek 8-7 on penalties in Cairo on Saturday to win the CAF Confederation Cup for a second time, with the aggregate score level at 1-1 after Zamalek won the second leg 1-0.
17 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Orlando Pirates drew 0-0 at home against Durban City and must win their final match to end a 14-year wait for the South African Premiership title, currently two points behind defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns.
16 May 2026 · The Namibian →
TS Galaxy defeated leaders Mamelodi Sundowns 3-2 on Tuesday, a result that makes Orlando Pirates favourites to win the South African Premiership for the first time since 2012. Pirates have 65 points with two matches remaining and a superior goal difference over Sundowns, who finished with 68 points from 30 matches.
13 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Mamelodi Sundowns defeated Polokwane City 3-0 on Sunday, with Iqraam Rayners among the scorers, stretching their South African Premiership lead to five points with three matches remaining. Sundowns have 64 points and Orlando Pirates have 59 with a game in hand.
3 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Colombian Brayan Leon scored the decisive goal as South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns defeated Tunisia's Esperance 1-0 in a CAF Champions League semi-final second leg, winning 2-0 on aggregate. Sundowns will face Morocco's FAR Rabat in the final, with the first leg in Pretoria on May 15 and the return in Rabat on May 24.
19 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Orlando Pirates defeated AmaZulu 3-0 to reclaim top spot in the South African Premiership with 58 points and five matches remaining, two points clear of Mamelodi Sundowns, who have two games in hand. The two clubs have been locked in a season-long battle for the title, with Pirates seeking their first championship since 2012.
19 April 2026 · The Namibian →
16-year-old Junior Marenga from Okomumbonde village aims to become a professional footballer and represent Namibia internationally, having joined Juninho Athletic Academy in 2023 to develop his skills as a versatile defender and midfielder. The grade 10 student at Centaurus High School has already played for Epukiro All-Stars and won a league title in the MTC Hopsol Youth league.
16 April 2026 · New Era →
Namibian winger Deon Hotto is leading the South African Premier Division assist standings with eight, while playing as a left-back for Orlando Pirates. The 35-year-old has featured in 19 of the club's 24 league matches and has also scored one goal this season.
14 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Orlando Pirates drew 2-2 with Richards Bay on Friday, missing an opportunity to reclaim first place in the South African Premiership. Mamelodi Sundowns remain top with 56 points, one ahead of Pirates who have 55 from one more match.
11 April 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa fullback Khuliso Mudau was involved in both goals—first giving away a penalty-area pass that led to Panama's opening goal, then heading in the equaliser—as South Africa drew 1-1 with Panama in a warm-up match in Durban ahead of their 2026 World Cup campaign. Coach Hugo Broos praised his team's attacking chances but criticised defensive lapses that nearly cost them the match.
28 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Renaissance Berkane of Morocco and Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa secured CAF Champions League semi-final places on Sunday. Berkane won 1-0 away to Al Hilal in Kigali to advance 2-1 on aggregate, while Sundowns qualified 3-2 on aggregate despite losing 2-0 away to Stade Malien.
23 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa built a 3–0 first-leg lead over Mali's Stade Malien in a CAF Champions League quarter-final on Friday, with VAR overturning two offside decisions to allow goals by Khuliso Mudau and Iqraam Rayners. The return match is scheduled for March 22 in Bamako.
14 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Confederation of African Football has announced substantially higher prize money for its 2025/26 club competitions, with Champions League winners receiving six million dollars (up from four million) and Confederation Cup winners receiving four million dollars (a 50 percent increase). The increases follow complaints from clubs about financial losses from competing in African competitions, particularly due to expensive and time-consuming air travel across the continent.
10 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Iqraam Rayners scored twice off the bench as Mamelodi Sundowns beat Sekhukhune United 3-1 to draw level with South African Premiership leaders Orlando Pirates on 41 points, separated only by goal difference.
2 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The CAF Champions League quarter-finals were drawn on Tuesday in Cairo, with Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa paired against surprise package Stade Malien of Mali. The quarter-finals are scheduled for March, semi-finals for April, and the final for May.
18 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian Premier Football League strikers are delivering goals at remarkable consistency this season, with Bernard Horaseb and Junior Petrus leading with seven joint goals each, while teenage sensation Jonas Michael (18) continues to impress despite self-doubt. The competition intensifies as Round 17 and 18 continue this weekend.
12 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibian footballer Peter Shalulile scored as Mamelodi Sundowns beat Gomora United 2–1 in the Nedbank Cup, extending his tournament record to 15 goals and pulling clear as the competition's leading goal scorer.
6 February 2026 · New Era →
Salome Iiyambo, a retired winger who played for Namibia's Beauties and the national team in the Women's Cosafa Cup, has become the Namibian Football Association's projects and external affairs director. She also holds a master's degree in sport administration and is a CAF women's football instructor, having overcome early family scepticism about pursuing a career in football.
30 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Al Ahly of Egypt defeated Young Africans of Tanzania 2-0 in the CAF Champions League group stage, with former Aston Villa striker Mahmoud 'Trezeguet' Hassan scoring both goals to give the record 12-time African champions a three-point lead in Group B.
24 January 2026 · The Namibian →