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Mamelodi Sundowns suffered a 3-1 defeat to USM Alger in the CAF Super Cup as the Algerian side were crowned African champions for the second time in their history.

USM Alger produced a strong attacking display to overcome the Tshwane giants and claim the prestigious continental title, along with a reported $500,000 prize.

The Algerian side opened the scoring through Zakaria Draoui before Sundowns restored parity in the 25th minute, with Iqraam Rayners calmly converting from the penalty spot.

USM Alger regained the lead nine minutes before half-time when Saadi Redouani reacted quickest after a header came back off the crossbar, putting the Algerians 2-1 ahead.

Ahmed Khaldi then extended USM Alger’s advantage in the 55th minute with an excellent strike to put his side in a commanding position.

Sundowns were unable to find a way back into the contest as USM Alger held on to secure their second CAF Super Cup triumph.

The result adds to a difficult period for the Brazilians in continental competition. Sundowns were eliminated from this season’s CAF Champions League in the round of 32 after losing to Wiliete.

For USM Alger, the victory further strengthens their reputation as one of the established forces in African club football.

The Algerian side secured last season’s CAF Confederation Cup after beating Zamalek on penalties in the final, while Sundowns lifted the CAF Champions League trophy after defeating AS FAR in the final.

The result also continues the recent dominance of CAF Confederation Cup winners in the African Super Cup, with four Confederation Cup champions winning the trophy in the last five editions.

Pyramids remain the only club to have won both the CAF Champions League and the African Super Cup during that period.

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