Mamelodi Sundowns’ assistant coach Steve Komphela reportedly had a confrontation with Wiliete SC’s Beto Bianchi during their CAF Champions League match in Angola. The incident occurred during the second preliminary round first leg, which ended in a 0-0 draw. Miguel Cardoso, Sundowns’ head coach, addressed the situation, confirming the alleged touchline clash. The match took place on Sunday, with neither team scoring. The referee did not issue any penalty or caution during the incident. Komphela and Bianchi were both on the touchline at the time. The exact cause of the confrontation remains unclear, though sources suggest it involved verbal exchanges. The CAF Champions League is a prestigious competition, and such incidents can affect team dynamics. The second leg of the tie will take place in the coming weeks. The situation is under review by the competition’s disciplinary body. No formal action has been taken yet. The match was played in Angola, with local authorities monitoring the event. The teams are preparing for the next stage of the tournament.
Downs coach speaks after alleged touchline clash in Champions League match






























