Mamelodi Sundowns have been called the top club in Africa by UEFA Champions League winner Édouard Mendy. The Al Ahli SC captain stated this following his team's loss to Sundowns in a recent cup final.

Mendy remarked, "I think we showed good character and our spirit here in South Africa against the best team in Africa, definitely." The former Chelsea goalkeeper also noted that Sundowns are "one of the best teams I ever played." He said the final was a close match where luck went the way of the South African side.

His opinion is notable due to his status as a winner of major tournaments. Football analyst Themba Modise, who supports Sundowns, echoed this view. Modise stated, "I agree with Mendy; we might not be the defending champions in the Betway Premiership, but we are by some distance the best club in Africa." He cited the club's ongoing success on the continent over recent seasons and their run of domestic league championships as proof.

The win against Al Ahli Jeddah, which came from a late goal, continues Sundowns' good performances. They lead their domestic league. The team's strength is shown by their position in the standings. This form comes after a period without defeat in all competitions.

Attention now turns to the next league fixture. The commendation from a figure of Mendy's standing acts as a strong validation for the club as they look ahead.

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Mamelodi Sundowns have won the FIFA African-Asian-Pacific Cup, the club confirmed. They beat Al Ahli 2-1 at Loftus Versfeld on September 19. Nuno Santos scored both goals, heading in from Teboho Mokoena and Thapelo Matuludi. The victory, which followed a 1-1 draw with Chippa United, advances Sundowns to the FIFA Challenger Cup. They will face the winner of the CONCACAF vs CONMEBOL Derby of the Americas. The club leads the Premier Soccer League with 20 points from eight games.

Sporting Director Flemming Berg reflected on the club's latest trophy win on September 23. Berg wrote on social media, "First time No. 1 on the CAF ranking. Yesterday we took it a step further and won the FIFA African-Asian-Pacific Cup." The club leads the Premier Soccer League with 20 points from eight games.

Defender Aubrey Modiba has set a new target for Mamelodi Sundowns after their 2-1 win over Al-Ahli Jeddah on September 19. Modiba said, "We have to make sure we defend our trophy in the continent and be back here again." The club leads the Premier Soccer League, one point clear of Orlando Pirates. Their next fixture is away to Richards Bay on October 17.