Sundowns Stun Esperance in Radès to Take Huge Step Toward CAF Champions League Final

Bafana Bafana Silence Radès: Sundowns Edge Closer to Glory

Mamelodi Sundowns produced a tactical masterclass to defeat Esperance de Tunis 1-0 at the Hammadi Agrebi Stadium in Radès on Sunday night, taking a massive lead in the CAF Champions League semi-finals.

Leon Breaks the Deadlock

Despite the deafening support from the Tunisian fans, Sundowns remained disciplined throughout the first half. The breakthrough came in the 51st minute when Leon capitalized on a defensive lapse to slot the ball home, silencing the home crowd.

Esperance Pressure, Sundowns Resilience

Esperance threw everything forward in the final stages. Substitute Youcef Belaïli came closest to equalizing when his powerful effort struck the post. However, the South African champions held firm to secure a historic away victory.

FotScore Analysis: Tactical Superiority

Sundowns' ability to neutralize Esperance's midfield was the key to their success. While the hosts enjoyed 56% possession, they struggled to create clear-cut chances against a compact defensive unit led by Ronwen Williams.

• Sundowns: First win in Radès in years.
• Next Leg: April 18, 2026, at Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria.