Durban City are one win away from the CAF Confederation Cup group stages as they carry a 3-1 advantage into Sunday's decisive second leg in Mauritius. The result directly impacts the continental competition's dynamics for Mamelodi Sundowns FC, who lead the Premier Soccer League by one point and host Durban City on 1 November.
Goals from Haashim Domingo, Gaston Sirino and Tashreeq Morris secured the first-leg victory at Moses Mabhida Stadium last Sunday. AS Port-Louis 2000, the Mauritian champions from 2016, kept the tie alive with a second-half goal from Sebastien Roussety.
Head coach Eric Tinkler registered his first win since taking charge but warned his team against complacency. He said the performance was wasteful in the first half and lacked tactical organisation in the second, stressing they must transition from a tourist mindset to a local one for the away fixture.
AS Port-Louis coach Clarel Beeharry expressed confidence his side can mount a comeback on home turf at the 5,000-capacity Complexe Sportif de Côte d’Or. He noted their preparation for the return leg in Saint-Pierre will be better after facing logistical challenges travelling to South Africa.
For Sundowns supporters, the focus remains on domestic dominance. The Brazilians sit top of the standings with 23 points from nine games, having remained unbeaten with three wins and two draws in their last five outings. The second leg in Mauritius kicks off on Sunday, 25 October. Their recent form includes a goalless draw with Wiliete on 18 October and a 4-1 victory over Richards Bay on 13 October, part of a run that has seen them score 23 goals and concede just eight this season. Their next league opponent, Durban City, currently sit 10th in the table ahead of the meeting on Sunday 1 November. The team's top scorer this season is T. Matthews with three goals in nine appearances.
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