More than a game of football
The Mamelodi Sundowns, Barcelona match was more than just a game of football, it united people the way in which Nelson Mandela believed only sport could, DEAN WORKMAN explores.
Mamelodi Sundowns surprised us a bit – Barcelona coach
Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde admits that Absa Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns surprised the five-time Champions League winners a bit.
It was an exciting experience for us – Ter Stegen
Barcelona goalkeeper Marc Andre Ter Stegen says he enjoyed the experience of playing in the Nelson Mandela Centenary Cup against Mamelodi Sundowns on Wednesday.
Watch: Sundowns defender gets Lionel Messi’s jersey
Mamelodi Sundowns defender Wayne Arendse was fortunate enough to swap jersey’s with Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi at the FNB Stadium on Wednesday. Goals by Ousmane Demebele, Luis Suarez and André Gomes secured a 3-1 victory for the five-time Champions League winners tosecure the Nelson Mandela Centenary Cup. ? Wayne Arendse won’t be letting that out of his sight! ? ?? #SundownsBarçapic.twitter.com/SoiBuyH8tw… Read more →
I’m proud of Masandawana display – Mosimane
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane says he encouraged his side to play from the back during their 3-1 defeat to Barcelona on Wednesday.
Highlights: Barca brush aside Sundowns in friendly
Lionel Messi played 16 minutes as Barcelona cruised to a 3-1 win over Mamelodi Sundowns in the Nelson Mandela Centenary Cup in Johannesburg on Wednesday.
Barcelona see off Sundowns in four-goal thriller
Barcelona claimed a 3-1 victory against Mamelodi Sundowns to clinch the Nelson Mandela Centenary Cup at the FNB Stadium on Wednesday evening, writes MARSHALL GOUTS.
The on field match ups: Barca vs Sundowns
Tonight, Mamelodi Sundowns will take on Barcelona and the game will provide the Downs players with the opportunity to test themselves against the world’s best, writes DEAN WORKMAN.
Coutinho, Messi, Suarez & co. – Barcelona bring stars for Sundowns tie
Barcelona have named a star-studded squad to face Mamelodi Sundowns which will include the likes of Andres Iniesta, Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez to mention a few on Wednesday evening at the FNB Stadium.
Can Sundowns defeat Barcelona? It doesn’t matter
Coming up against a star-studded Barcelona outfit won’t be an easy feat, but PSL champions Mamelodi Sundowns can only do themselves proud regardless of the result, writes MARSHALL GOUTS.