Former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Benson Mhlongo claimed that first-time finalists Pyramids FC surprised football fans in South Africa with their resilience.
In an entertaining first leg of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League final, Sundowns were held to a 1-1 draw by the Egyptians at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
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A 0-0 scoreline in the second leg would mean the newly crowned Betway Premiership champions miss the opportunity to claim the stunning new Champions League trophy.
However, Mhlongo believes all is not lost for Sundowns as they possess more than enough firepower to score goals in Egypt.
"It's not a bad result for Sundowns, but it's also not ideal if they concede away," Mhlongo tells KickOff.
"Fiston Mayele is a problem; he is a constant threat. Sundowns have nothing to lose; they should go all out.
"Sundowns played well on Saturday; they were simply up against a good team.
"Pyramids FC made an incredible comeback against Orlando Pirates, which proves they didn't reach the final by chance. They are a solid team, and we underestimated them because they kept falling behind against Pirates.
"This weekend, they showed that they are capable of being champions. Sundowns must bring their A-game for the second leg.
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"In the return match, there won't be a favorite; the chances of lifting the trophy are equal for both clubs. They are champions.
"Sundowns can score in Egypt; they've done it before."
The two sides will meet again at the 30 June Stadium in Cairo on Sunday, June 1.
