USM Alger claimed their second CAF Super Cup title after defeating Mamelodi Sundowns 3-1 at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria on Sunday.
The Algerian side, who won last season’s CAF Confederation Cup, produced an impressive display to overcome the African champions, with Ahmed Khaldi starring with a goal and an assist.
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Zakaria Draoui opened the scoring just four minutes into the match, finishing from close range after Khaldi’s delivery from the right.
Sundowns restored parity in the 25th minute through Iqraam Rayners, who converted a penalty awarded following a VAR review for handball.
However, USM Alger regained the lead eight minutes later when Saadi Radouani reacted quickest after a corner and headed home the rebound.
Khaldi then extended the visitors’ advantage in the 55th minute, curling a superb effort beyond Ronwen Williams to put the contest beyond Sundowns.
The South African champions struggled to break down an organised Algerian defence despite enjoying spells of possession. Williams also made important saves to prevent a heavier defeat.
The victory earns USM Alger USD 500,000 in prize money and adds to their previous Super Cup triumph in 2023.
Their success also means Confederation Cup winners have claimed four of the last five editions of the competition.
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