EXCL: "It's not ideal, but I'd welcome it. It'll be a huge clash against the Orlando Pirates." Mngomeni, a former midfielder for Mamelodi Sundowns

Social Relebohile Mofokeng and Lucas Ribeiro, Mamelodi Sundowns vs. Orlando PiratesDumisani Koyana’s back page, February 19, 2025, 12:38+01:00 EXCL: Former Mamelodi Sundowns player Mngomeni on a possible Caf Champions League last-eight draw against the Bucs: “Facing Orlando Pirates isn’t ideal but I’d welcome it, It’ll be a huge clash.” Sundowns in Mamelodi Premier Soccer League FC CAF Champions League Mamelodi Sundowns vs. Marumo Gallants FC Gallants Marumo Lamontville Orlando Pirates vs. Golden Arrows Lamontville Arrows of Gold The Orlando Pirates Mngomeni, T. The possibility of Orlando Pirates playing Mamelodi Sundowns in the Caf Champions League is something that both thrills and terrifies people. The article goes on below. The All-SA quarterfinal is still feasible as the Caf Champions League draw draws closer. Support for the stars of the national team GOAL may be followed on WhatsApp! 🟢📱 Both Relebohile Mofokeng and Lucas Ribeiro,

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EXCL: ‘Facing Orlando Pirates isn’t ideal but I’d welcome it, It’ll be a huge clash’ – Former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Mngomeni on potential Caf Champions League last-eight draw against Bucs

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As the Caf Champions League draw nears, the prospect of Orlando Pirates facing Mamelodi Sundowns is one that excites some while scaring others.

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WHAT HAPPENED?

The Caf Champions League draw will take place on February 20 in Doha, Qatar.

It has been a while since two South African clubs reached the knockout stages, and there is a strong possibility of Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates clashing in the quarterfinals.

Sundowns finished second in their group, while Pirates topped theirs, setting up a potential showdown between the two giants.

Former Sundowns attacker Thando Mngomeni has weighed in on the possible fixture.

His older brother, Thabo Mngomeni, played for Pirates, making this matchup even more intriguing.

The draw could reignite a fierce rivalry between the two sides.

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WHAT MNGOMENI SAID

Mngomeni weighed in on the potential showdown, expressing mixed feelings about facing Pirates this early in the competition.

Speaking exclusively to GOAL, he shared his thoughts on the possibility of an all-South African quarterfinal.

“Playing Orlando Pirates in the quarterfinals is not ideally what I’m looking for,” he admitted. “I would love to see an all-South African final, but if the draw pairs us with Pirates now, we’ll welcome it. It will be a huge clash.”

“Playing Pirates is a big game. The players don’t need motivation for that one,” he said.