Africa: Sundowns Reach AFL Semis Despite Early Red Card in Petro Stalemate

24 October 2023
Confederation of African Football (Giza)

South African side Mamelodi Sundowns held firm to seal their spot in the African Football League (AFL) semi-finals despite being reduced to ten men in the opening minutes of their 0-0 draw with Petro Atletico on Tuesday.

Midfielder Mothobi Mvala was sent off after just two minutes to leave Sundowns facing an uphill task in front of their home fans.

But a heroic rear-guard display from the hosts kept Angolan club Petro at bay as they protected their 2-0 lead from the first leg.

Despite dominating possession, Petro could not capitalise on their numerical advantage or force a breakthrough.

Sundowns survived an onslaught after the break as their stubborn defence restricted the visitors to just three shots on target.

A goalless stalemate ensured the South Africans progressed to the last four 2-0 on aggregate.

Sundowns will now play fellow semi-finalists Al Ahly over two legs for a place in the final.

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