Pyramids FC striker Fiston Mayele capped off a sensational season by clinching the CAF Champions League’s ‘Golden Boot,’ scoring his ninth tournament goal in a 2-1 triumph over Mamelodi Sundowns in Sunday’s final in Cairo.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsThe 30-year-old DR Congo international was clinical in the 23rd minute at the 30 June Stadium, coolly slotting home a low strike past Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams after a smart run and finish to give Pyramids the early lead on their way to a historic maiden Champions League title.##NAJAVA_MECA_8957336##Mayele’s opener was instrumental, with Ahmed Samy doubling the lead before halftime. Although Iqraam Rayners pulled one back for the South African side, Pyramids held on to secure a 3-2 aggregate victory, having drawn 1-1 in the first leg.Mayele ended the campaign with nine goals—six in the group stage and knockout rounds, plus three in the preliminary phase. His total was enough to edge past teammate Ibrahim Adel and Al Ahly’s Imam Ashour, both of whom recorded five goals and two assists.High stakes as Gor Mahia, AFC Leopards renew Mashemeji Derby rivalry in Homa BayThe DR Congo forward’s goal not only sealed Pyramids’ first-ever continental title but also cemented his place at the top of the scoring charts. A constant attacking threat, Mayele combined pace, power, and poise to spearhead Pyramids’ charge to continental success.With this win, Pyramids FC joins the elite ranks of Egyptian clubs to have lifted the CAF Champions League trophy, alongside Al Ahly, Zamalek, and Ismaily.Kenyan referees in action as Pyramids FC clinch CAF Champions LeagueThe former Yanga SC striker has now become only the second DR Congo player in the last decade to finish as the Champions League’s top scorer—adding another accolade to his growing reputation in African football. Jackson Muleka won it in the 2020-21 season while playing for TP Mazembe.Top scorers – CAF Champions League 2024/25Fiston Mayele (Pyramids) – 9 goalsIbrahim Adel (Pyramids) – 6 goalsImam Ashour (Al Ahly) – 5 goalsLucas Ribeiro Costa (Mamelodi Sundowns) – 4 goalsPeter Shalulile (Mamelodi Sundowns) – 3 goalsEast Africa “well on course” for CHAN as security supervisors conclude Nairobi workshop
