Mamelodi Sundowns vs CR Belouizdad Prediction: We expect a fierce game here, with the home side taking the maximum points

The Brazilians will lock horns with Algerian heavyweight CR Belouizdad in a highly anticipated quarterfinal match at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Saturday. After their exceptional performance in Algeria, Mamelodi Sundowns are a step closer to the semifinals.

Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa)

The Brazilians have been among the top teams in the South African DSTV Premier League, and their performance in the Champions League has been impressive. They have dominated the group, scoring fourteen goals and conceding seven in six matches. With Peter Shalulile and Cassius Mailula leading the charge, Mamelodi Sundowns boast a potent attack that can cause problems for any team. After triumphing in the first leg, they will be the favourite here.

CR Belouizdad (Algeria)

CR Belouizdad are one of the best sides in Algerian football and have had a successful run in the Champions League so far. Their first leg was a disappointing performance from the Algeria Champions after conceding four times. CR Belouizdad are the favourite to win their domestic league as they lead at the top with five points. CR Belouizdad have won once, drawn a game and lost once away from home in this competition.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Both sides have met three times in this competition, with CR Belouizdad winning once and Mamelodi Sundowns winning two games. More recently, the Brazilians dismantled CR Belouizdad's defence when they scored four times and a consolation goal from the home side.

Expert Betting Tips

This game has already been settled in Algeria, and we feel this meeting is just another opportunity for the home side to warm up for the next round. However, it should be noted that Mamelodi won in Algeria (1-5) in the 2021 season and lost (0-2) in South Africa. Could history repeat itself? Our answer is no. Mamelodi Sundowns won’t bow to the visitors, and we expect them to win here for 1.75.

The visiting side are known for being conservative at the back, while the home team head here as one of the best-attacking sides in the competition. We expect both sides to get a goal each here for 1.85.

Mamelodi Sundowns are our favourite pick here; bet on a home win and over 1.5 goals for 2.20.

Good luck!