Five things Sundowns got right against Al Ahly in Cairo

Johannesburg - Mamelodi Sundowns achieved the improbable after beating Al Ahly away for the first time on Saturday night.

The win in the African Champions League group stage was even sweeter for them as it came against their former coach Pitso Mosimane.

IOL’s football writer Mihlali Baleka looks at five key things that 'Downs got right to ensure that they pulled off a historic win that not only sealed them the victory, but also ensured that they took a gigantic step closer to the last eight of the competition.

Remaining Calm

With a handful of Al Ahly faithful allowed into the stadium, Downs lacked support from start to finish. But they didn’t panic, managing to find the rhythm that led to the winning goal that was scored by substitute Thapelo Morena.