06 May 2015

'Downs nail down second spot

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Khama Billiat and Katlego Mashego (Gallo Images)

Pretoria - Mamelodi Sundowns have assured themselves CAF Champions League football for next season following Wednesday's 2-1 win over Tshwane rivals SuperSport United at the Lucas Moripe Stadium.

Katlego Mashego fired the Brazilians ahead just three minutes into the encounter, although Matsatsantsa didn't trail for long as Jeremy Brockie restored parity midway through the first half.

However, Sundowns went back in front just after the hour mark through Mzikayise Mashaba to make sure of the win, which left the side with an unassailable five-point lead in second with just one game remaining.

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