#CAFCL Final: Mamelodi Sundowns take lead to Rabat as broadcast goes global

The 2025/26 CAF Champions League final reaches its decisive moment tonight as AS FAR host Mamelodi Sundowns at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco. Kick-off is set for 21h00 South African time, with anticipation soaring across Africa and beyond for what promises to be a historic showdown.

Mamelodi Sundowns enter the second leg with a slender but crucial advantage after edging AS FAR 1-0 in the first leg at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria. The Brazilians’ disciplined display and clinical strike gave them the upper hand, but they know the job is far from complete. With the Moroccan giants backed by a passionate home crowd, Sundowns must combine tactical discipline with attacking flair to protect their lead and chase continental glory.

For AS FAR, the mission is clear: overturn the deficit and seize the trophy on home soil. Renowned for their resilience at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, the Rabat-based side will rely on defensive solidity and swift counterattacks to unsettle Sundowns. Their supporters are expected to create a cauldron of noise, turning the capital into a fortress as they aim to inspire a comeback.

This year’s final also marks a milestone in African football’s global reach. The match will be broadcast across over 100 territories, including for the first time in Japan, South Korea, and China. This expansion underscores CAF’s growing international footprint and the rising global appetite for African club football, showcasing the continent’s talent to new audiences worldwide.

Back home, South African fans can catch the action live on SABC and SuperSport, ensuring the excitement reverberates from Rabat to Pretoria. Sundowns supporters are dreaming of another star on their badge, while AS FAR fans are determined to celebrate a historic triumph in front of their faithful.

As the floodlights blaze over Rabat, the stakes could not be higher. Will Sundowns’ narrow lead prove enough to secure continental glory, or will AS FAR stage a dramatic comeback to delight their home faithful? Whatever the outcome, the 2025/26 CAF Champions League final promises to deliver a night of passion, pride, and unforgettable football.