Sold-Out Loftus Versfeld Set for High-Stakes CAF Champions League Semi-Final Clash

Joel JJ By Joel JJ
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16 Apr 2026
Sold-Out Loftus Versfeld Set for High-Stakes CAF Champions League Semi-Final Clash

All tickets have been sold ahead of the CAF Champions League semi-final second leg between Mamelodi Sundowns and Espérance Sportive de Tunis, scheduled for Saturday, April 18, at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria.

According to official club reports, the stadium is expected to be packed to capacity, highlighting the intensity and high stakes of the encounter as both teams battle for a place in the final of Africa’s premier club competition.

Mamelodi Sundowns enter the match with a narrow advantage after securing a 1-0 away win in the first leg played in Tunisia, putting them in a strong position to advance if they avoid defeat at home.

However, Espérance are expected to provide strong resistance, relying on their vast experience in the CAF Champions League, where they are among the most successful clubs in the competition’s history.

Fans are anticipating a high-pressure and electric atmosphere, with the early ticket sell-out expected to boost the home side while also increasing the challenge for the visitors.

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