Mamelodi Sundowns officially announced on Wednesday that the match against the Sudanese giants will be televised live on SABC 2 and SuperSport (Channel 209).
The “Brazilians” are looking to solidify their lead at the top of Group C following a dominant start to their campaign. With both teams currently unbeaten in the group stage, this fixture at Loftus Versfeld Stadium is being hailed as a “top-of-the-table” six-pointer.
The Story So Far: Group C Battle
Sundowns enter the tie with significant momentum, currently sitting at the summit of Group C.
- Sundowns’ Form: They opened their account with a 3-1 victory over Saint-Eloi Lupopo, followed by a hard-fought 0-0 draw away to MC Alger. Domestically, they remain the team to beat, coming off a 2-0 win against Orbit College.
- The Al-Hilal Threat: The Sudanese side is no pushover, currently riding a nine-game unbeaten streak. Having drawn 1-1 with St-Éloi Lupopo and beaten MC Alger 2-1, they sit level with Sundowns on 4 points, separated only by goal difference.
- The “Second Star” Mission: After reaching the final last season and narrowly losing to Pyramids FC, Masandawana are more determined than ever to add a second continental star to their badge.
Match Day Essentials
| Detail | Information |
| Fixture | Mamelodi Sundowns vs Al-Hilal Omdurman |
| Date | Friday, January 23, 2026 |
| Kick-Off Time | 20:00 (SAST) |
| Venue | Loftus Versfeld Stadium, Pretoria |
| TV Channels | SABC 2 & SuperSport 209 |
