Mamelodi Sundowns held a victory parade in Tshwane on Monday to celebrate winning their second CAF Champions League title [1, 3, 5].
The victory marks a significant milestone for the club, as the prestigious trophy had eluded the team for 10 years [4].
Sundowns secured the championship following a 1-1 draw with Royal Armed Forces (AS FAR) in Rabat [1]. The result ensured a 2-1 aggregate win for the South African side [2].
Fans greeted the returning champions with chants and applause at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg during the early hours of Monday [3]. The celebrations then moved to Tshwane for a formal parade [1, 5].
Muhsin Ertugral commented on the difficulty of the achievement. "The second star is not built easily," Ertugral said [6].
The club's return from Morocco was met with widespread public support. Supporters gathered at the airport to welcome the players immediately following the Sunday final [3].
“The second star is not built easily.”
By securing their second continental title, Mamelodi Sundowns have re-established themselves as a dominant force in African football. Ending a decade-long drought for the CAF Champions League trophy elevates the club's prestige and reinforces its position as a premier sporting institution in South Africa.
