Saudi Arabian club Al-Ahli is set to face South African side Mamelodi Sundowns in the second round of the 2026 Intercontinental Cup. The match is scheduled to take place at 4:00 p.m. local time on Saturday at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria.
Al-Ahli enters the contest aiming to advance in the tournament. The team is expected to rely on its attacking lineup, led by English striker Ivan Toney, as it looks to improve its defensive performance following a recent average of 2.2 goals conceded per match. Al-Ahli has recorded two victories in its last five matches across all competitions.
Mamelodi Sundowns enters the match with strong form, having secured four wins in their last five outings. The South African club, which features forward Brian Onyango, maintains a significant unbeaten streak at home. The team has not lost at its home stadium in domestic league play since May 2024, a run spanning 34 matches that includes 31 wins and three draws. Most recently, the club defeated Siwelele 3-0 in September 2026.
The match represents a significant challenge for Al-Ahli as they attempt to overcome the home-field advantage and the current form of the South African side to secure a spot in the next stage of the competition.
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