Orlando Pirates began their CAF Champions League group stage campaign with a narrow 2-1 win over CR Belouizdad at the 5 July 1962 Stadium on Tuesday. Teenage forward Mohau Nkota netted twice early in the match, ensuring the Buccaneers gained an important three points. South Africa’s Khanyisa Mayo scored for the hosts in the 66th minute, but the Pirates held firm to secure victory.
Egyptian giants Al Ahly made a statement with a commanding 4-2 victory over Stade d’Abidjan at the Cairo International Stadium.
Mahmoud Kahraba starred with two goals, while Mohamed Magdy and Hussein El Shahat also contributed to the reigning champions’ win.
Pyramids FC delivered an emphatic performance in Group D, overwhelming Sagrada Esperança 5-1 at the 30 June Stadium.
Meanwhile, Mamelodi Sundowns were held to a goalless draw at Loftus Versfeld Stadium by Maniema Union, marking a frustrating start for the South African side following their recent loss in the Carling Knockout final.
Elsewhere, ES Tunis recorded a dominant 4-0 win over Djoliba, while AS FAR stunned Raja Casablanca with a 2-0 victory.
TP Mazembe and MC Alger shared the spoils in a goalless draw, and Al-Hilal defeated Young Africans 2-0.
Tuesday’s CAF Champions League Results:
- TP Mazembe 0-0 MC Alger
- Young Africans 0-2 Al-Hilal
- Mamelodi Sundowns 0-0 Maniema Union
- Al Ahly 4-2 Stade d’Abidjan
- Pyramids 5-1 Sagrada Esperança
- CR Belouizdad 1-2 Orlando Pirates
- ES Tunis 4-0 Djoliba
- Raja Casablanca 0-2 AS FAR
