Mamelodi Sundowns face Benfica before the Club World Cup?

This match will also allow testing combinations, adjusting details, and getting the machine running before the big leap.

Africa 22 April 2025 at 05:04

Aliou Toundé

News Editor

Mamelodi Sundowns face Benfica before the Club World Cup?

Just weeks before the kickoff of the Club World Cup (from June 15 to July 13, 2025), Mamelodi Sundowns are expected to face Benfica in a friendly match. A major test for the "Brazilians" of Africa.

Facing off against Fluminense, Borussia Dortmund, and Ulsan HD in Group F, the Sundowns will have their work cut out for them in this new format of the FIFA Club World Cup. To sharpen their skills, the technical staff has reportedly chosen a formidable opponent, according to Mohamed Said. Benfica, a regular in European competitions. This friendly match is expected to take place on American soil. No date has been set yet.

There’s a possibility of a high profile friendly match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Portugal’s Benfica before the start of the Club World Cup tournament in the USA! 🚨🇿🇦#ClubWorldCupwithMicky #Sundowns 💛 pic.twitter.com/INupPXZon9
— Micky Jnr (@MickyJnr__) April 21, 2025

Mamelodi Sundowns wants to make their mark in this expanded edition to 32 clubs. And that requires serious preparation. Against the legendary Portuguese club, the South African champions will be able to make final adjustments before diving into the deep end.

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