Sundowns Make South Africa Proud at the Club World Cup! 🇿🇦⚽

Sundowns Make South Africa Proud at the Club World Cup! 🇿🇦⚽

Mamelodi Sundowns have kicked off their FIFA Club World Cup journey in style! On 17 June, they grabbed a hard-fought 1–0 win against Ulsan HD from South Korea in Orlando, and fans back home are buzzing with pride.

Match Summary

Here's the lowdown:

The game had a stormy start—literally! A lightning warning delayed kick-off by over an hour. But once the action got going, Sundowns looked sharp and focused.

Star Performance

Iqraam Rayners was the star of the show, scoring the match-winner in the 36th minute after a smooth assist from Lucas Ribeiro. VAR did spoil his party a bit by disallowing two earlier goals, but he finally got one to count—and it was a beauty!

Dominant Display

Sundowns played with confidence, keeping the ball for most of the match and showing real control. They didn't add more goals, but their solid defence made sure the win was sealed.

Historic Achievement

This wasn't just any win—it was a big one! It's the first time an African team has won a match in the new 32-team Club World Cup format. A huge milestone for the club and the continent!

Group F Standings

With this win, Sundowns top Group F, ahead of giants like Borussia Dortmund and Fluminense. Next match? A massive clash against Dortmund on 21 June. It's going to be epic!


Looking Ahead

Sundowns showed heart, skill, and belief—and now the world is watching. Let's keep cheering them on as they chase more glory on the global stage!

M

Marianne van der Walt

Author at ConsumerRewards

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It showcases Africa’s growing football strength and boosts global recognition for its clubs.

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