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Predicting Mamelodi Sundowns XI to face Al Ahly in the Caf Champions League semi-final - Time to bench erratic Lucas Suarez?

Mamelodi Sundowns continue their quest for the Caf Champions League crown this weekend with a tough assignment against the holders Al Ahly.

The defending Premier Soccer League champions are aware that a win in the first leg of the semi-final might be enough to help them reach the final and maybe win it.

GOAL picks a potential XI that Miguel Cardoso could start against the Egyptian champions at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium.

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  • Ronwen Williams, Mamelodi Sundowns, January 2025.BackPagePix

    GOALKEEPER: Ronwen Williams

    Massive game for massive players! Unless injured, there is no way Williams can be benched.

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  • Khuliso Mudau, Mamelodi Sundowns, March 2025Backpagepix

    RIGHT-BACK: Khuliso Mudau

    His pace and defensive tenacity offer both security at the back and attacking support down the right flank.

    Mudau has been one of the club's consistent players.

  • Divine Lunga, Mamelodi Sundowns, December 2024Backpagepix

    LEFT-BACK: Divine Lunga

    He was underrated at some point, but his crucial contribution in the absence of Aubrey Modiba has won him admirers.

  • Grant Kekana, Mamelodi SundownsBackpage

    CENTRE-BACK: Grant Kekana

    A reliable and composed figure in defence who reads the game well and keeps things organized under pressure.

  • Lucas Suarez, Mamelodi Sundowns, February 2025Backpagepix

    CENTRE-BACK: Lucas Suarez

    He has been making mistakes at the back, but for lack of a better option in terms of experience, coach Cardoso might give the Argentine another chance to sanctify his name.

  • Teboho Mokoena, Mamelodi Sundowns

    CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Teboho Mokoena

    Former SuperSport United coach Gavin Hunt claimed 'Tebza' is currently the best in Mzansi, owing to the way he controls the midfield.

  • Menzi Masuku, Golden Arrows & Marcello Allende, Mamelodi Sundowns, October 2024BackPagePix

    CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Marcelo Allende

    Adds flair and technical quality in midfield, capable of picking out key passes and dictating play.

    Another critical figure for the Brazilians.

  • Jayden Adams, Mamelodi Sundowns, February 2025.BackPagePix

    ATTACKING MIDFIELDER: Jayden Adams

    Young and fearless, Adams has settled well at Sundowns and is now a starter for the PSL champions.

  • Lucas Ribeiro, Mamelodi SundownsBackpage

    RIGHT ATTACKER: Lucas Ribeiro

    The South American is delivering for Sundowns across all competitions. His movements and effectiveness in the final third in the final third will be critical.

  • Mamelodi Sundowns striker Peter ShalulileBackpage

    LEFT ATTACKER: Peter Shalulile

    His goal in the quarter-final was enough to help Sundowns get into the last four. His experience will be vital on Saturday against a familiar foe.

  • Iqraam Rayners Mamelodi SundownsBackpagepix

    CENTRE-FORWARD: Iqraam Rayners

    At times, he has been overlooked in favour of Arthur Sales, but this is a match which he might make a massive impact.