Smouha SC news

In the past few hours, the two clubs have found themselves in remarkably similar situations.

Masandawana are the only team carrying South Africa's flag on the continental stage after Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs and Stellenbosch FC were eliminated. After losing in the final of Africa's top-tier club competition last season, Downs are confident that they will win their second continental star this time around.

After a short and controversial stint and eventual exit, it seems all is not well between the Spaniard and the Egyptian giants. After what was initially thought to be an ambitious move, the 50-year-old coach only lasted three months. A poor run of games, coupled with pressure from fans and the club's legends, saw the African giants dismiss the MTN8 and Nedbank Cup winner.

The Witbank-born winger seems to have played his last game for the Red Devils, with reports linking him to several clubs in the Gulf Region.

The 30-year-old is in the final six months of his contract with the Cairo giants and can enter into a pre-deal with another club.

Ulinzi Stars have bowed out of continental competition