Mamelodi Sundowns Eye Another Monster Season With Eight Possible Competitions

Mamelodi Sundowns are preparing for what could be their biggest season yet. The Pretoria giants may compete in up to eight tournaments across South Africa, Africa and the world, making next season a massive test of their depth and ambition.

A Full Plate in South Africa

On the home front, Sundowns are set to take part in four competitions. These are the MTN8, the Nedbank Cup, the Carling Knockout Cup and the Betway Premiership. That alone is a heavy schedule, but for a club of Sundowns’ standing, it is simply the baseline.
Continental Duty Continues

Beyond South Africa’s borders, Masandawana will once again compete in the CAF Champions League, Africa’s most prestigious club competition. They are also set to feature in the African Football League, bringing the total number of confirmed or expected competitions to six.

The Bonus Prizes: Super Cup and the World Stage

Two more tournaments could be added to that list, but they come with a condition.

If Sundowns win the CAF Champions League, they would qualify for the 2026 CAF Super Cup and the 2026 FIFA Intercontinental Cup. That second prize would take them onto the world stage, competing against some of the best clubs on the planet.

Those two competitions are not yet guaranteed. They depend entirely on Sundowns lifting the CAF Champions League trophy.

Why Sundowns Can Handle It

This is not a club that shrinks under pressure. Sundowns have the squad depth to rotate across multiple competitions. They have the continental experience that comes from years of competing at the highest level in Africa. And they have a winning mentality that runs through the entire club.

The ambition at Sundowns is clear. This is no longer a team thinking only about domestic success. They are building for total domination, from South African football all the way to the world stage.

If everything falls into place, next season could be historic for Masandawana.

FAQ

How many competitions could Mamelodi Sundowns compete in next season?

Sundowns could take part in up to eight competitions next season, including domestic cups, the Betway Premiership, the CAF Champions League and the African Football League. Two additional tournaments, the CAF Super Cup and the FIFA Intercontinental Cup, would only be possible if they win the CAF Champions League.

What are the eight possible competitions for Sundowns?

They are the MTN8, the Nedbank Cup, the Carling Knockout Cup, the Betway Premiership, the CAF Champions League, the African Football League, and conditionally, the 2026 CAF Super Cup and the 2026 FIFA Intercontinental Cup.

Is the FIFA Intercontinental Cup confirmed for Sundowns?

No. It depends on Sundowns winning the CAF Champions League. If they do not win it, they will not qualify for either the CAF Super Cup or the FIFA Intercontinental Cup.

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