Harambee Stars defender Brian Mandela was among the seven Mamelodi Sundowns players who missed last Saturday’s 2-1 win over Golden Arrows at the Tuks Stadium , Pretoria.According to the South African giants, the seven players were ruled out of the game on unspecified grounds.Mandela has been a key pillar in the Masandawana defence since joining the club in October 2020 on a three-year long deal.Players ruled out of today’s match 🚫 ◾ Lebusa◾ B. Onyango ◾ Maboe◾ Coetzee◾ Sirino ◾ Domingo◾ Nasir#Sundowns #DStvPrem pic.twitter.com/9wpTcpB5vQ— Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) September 10, 2022 Sundowns who are bidding to retain the league title took the lead from the spot in the 44th minute through Peter Shalulile. The lead lasted for only five minutes after restart as Pule Mmodi restored parity for the hosts.An own goal by Nelson Ndlovu in the 59th minute was enough to grant the Brazilians the three points.Meanwhile a good number of Kenyan international players are expected to be in action later in the day with their respective clubs.##NAJAVA_MECA_6633047##South African side Marumo Gallants, home to combative midfielder Sven Yidah have a date with Kaizer Chiefs at the Royal Bafokeng Stadium in a league match.Zesco United are scheduled to play Lumwana Radiants in the Zambian Super League, a match that Kenyan international goalkeeper Ian Otieno is expected to start in between the sticks for the Ndola based clubs. Former Stars assistant captain David Owino on the other hand is expected to contest for playing time when his side Napsa Stars tackle Green Eagles.It also remains to be seen whether the duo of John Makwata and Duncan Otieno will play when Gaborone United take on AS Vita Club in a CAF Champions League prelimary round game.RS Berkane edge Wydad Athletic Club to win maiden CAF Super CupKenyan players who ply their trade in Sweden are also expected to be in action today as AIK, home to the trio of Collins Sichenje, Henry Meja and Erick Ouma will be away to Varberg. Elfsborg who recently acquired Timothy Ouma from Nairobi City Stars will play host to GIF Sundsvall. In Thailand, The Kenyan duo of Erick Johana and Ayub Timbe will rub shoulders when their respective clubs Buriram United and Muang Thong United jostle for three points at the Chang Arena.
