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Predicting Mamelodi Sundowns' XI to play Raja Casablanca in Caf Champions League - Arthur Sales to start ahead of Iqraam Rayners?

Masandawana are aiming at completing a double over the Botola Pro League champions when they meet this weekend.

Mamelodi Sundowns are set to play Raja Casablanca in Group B of the Caf Champions League outing set to be played on Saturday at Larbi Zaouli Stadium from 22.00 SAT.

A win for the defending Premier Soccer League champions will bring them closer to the next hurdle of the annual continental competition.

GOAL predicts how coach Miguel Cardoso might name his starting team as he chases the second consecutive win in the pool.

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  • Ronwen Williams, Mamelodi SyndownsBackpage

    GOALKEEPER: Ronwen Williams

    The Bafana Bafana skipper is available after missing the Premier Soccer League game against Richards Bay owing to suspension.

    He has two clean sheets in the group and will be aiming at making it three.

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  • Fiacre Ntwari and Khuliso Mudau, Kaizer Chiefs vs Mamelodi SundownsBackpage

    RIGHT-BACK: Khuliso Mudau

    Thapelo Morena put up a decent shift when he replaced the suspended Mudau against the Natal Rich Boys.

    However, against Raja, the tested and proven Mudau is expected to take his place in the first XI.

  • Aubrey Modiba, Mamelodi Sundowns, September 2024Backpagepix

    LEFT-BACK: Aubrey Modiba

    It is a tough game that needs experience which might see Modiba taking his position at left-back.

  • Malibongwe Khoza, Mamelodi Sundowns, November 2024Backpagepix

    CENTRE-BACK: Malibongwe Khoza

    Despite being 20, Khoza has shown immense quality across all competitions. He has already made five Champions League appearances explaining why he might start on Saturday.

  • Grant Kekana, Mamelodi SundownsBackpage

    CENTRE-BACK: Grant Kekana

    Kekana is one of the experienced heads in the team and will be relied on by Khoza in their bid to stop Raja's attack at bay.

  • Teboho Mokoena, Sundowns. June 2024.BackPagePix

    CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Teboho Mokoena

    The Bafana Bafana star has massive experience when it comes to international football.

    He is literally the team's engine in midfield and will be tasked with providing cover for the defenders.

  • Bathusi Aubaas, Mamelodi SundownsBackpage

    CENTRAL MIDFIELDER: Bathusi Aubaas

    The South Africa international is set to start alongside Mokoena. He might be given the number eight role which means he will have to help the attack and defence.

  • Lucas Ribeiro Costa, Mamelodi Sundowns, November 2024BackPagePix

    ATTACKING MIDFIELDER: Lucas Ribeiro Costa

    The versatile South American can play anywhere in attack. He can play behind the striker, and take chances that come his way.

    The 27-year-old has two goals in four Champions League games played.

  • Arthur Sales & Marcelo Allende, Mamelodi Sundowns, November 2024 Mamelodi Sundowns

    RIGHT FORWARD: Arthur Sales

    Sales is full of confidence after getting his second goal for the club last weekend against Richards Bay. Cardoso might reward him with another start.

  • Kobamelo Kodisang, Mamelodi Sundowns, September 2024Backpagepix

    LEFT FORWARD: Kobamelo Kodisang

    Cardoso seems to have much trust in Kodisang despite his struggle to make a huge impact. He might be given another chance on Saturday.

  • Iqraam Rayners, Mamelodi SundownsBackpage

    CENTRE FORWARD: Iqraam Rayners

    Rayners took no time to settle at the club. He has three goals in as many Caf Champions League outings.