TS Galaxy has publicly wished Mamelodi Sundowns success in tonight’s first-leg CAF Champions League final against AS FAR Rabat at Loftus Versfeld, despite the bitter rivalry that played out in the Betway Premiership just five days earlier.
In a surprising show of sportsmanship, TS Galaxy has wished Mamelodi Sundowns well ahead of tonight’s first-leg CAF Champions League final against AS FAR Rabat at Loftus Versfeld. The message, posted on the club’s official channels, urges the Brazilians to “bring it home for Mzansi”.
The gesture comes just five days after Galaxy stunned Sundowns 3-2 in the Betway Premiership, a result that effectively handed the league title to Orlando Pirates and ended Sundowns’ long reign as champions.
Fan Reactions and Social Media Backlash
Many Sundowns supporters were quick to react online, with some calling the message “hypocritical” and others using “ex-lover” jokes to mock the sudden goodwill. The timing has divided opinion: some praise Galaxy for rising above rivalry, while others see it as rubbing salt in the wound after Galaxy’s decisive league result.
Despite the mixed reactions, the post has gone viral and highlighted the intense but passionate nature of South African football rivalries.
Sundowns’ Chance to Rebound
Mamelodi Sundowns enter tonight’s match with a strong home record in CAF competitions and will be desperate to put the league disappointment behind them. Coach Manqoba Mngqithi and the squad know a positive result against AS FAR Rabat is crucial if they are to keep their continental dream alive.
Galaxy, meanwhile, have already shifted focus back to their own season objectives after the Premiership campaign concluded.
What This Means for South African Football
The exchange reflects both the fierce competition and underlying unity in the domestic game. While league battles are hard-fought, clubs often rally behind one another when it comes to representing South Africa on the continental stage.
Tonight’s first leg at Loftus Versfeld will be a huge moment for Sundowns and for South African football as a whole, with the entire nation watching to see if the Brazilians can bounce back and deliver a strong performance for Mzansi.
