Mokoena’s title‑winning strike could be worth $20 million for Sundowns

Teboho Mokoena’s decisive goal in the CAF Champions League final may ultimately deliver financial rewards approaching $20 million for Mamelodi Sundowns. His powerful strike in first‑half added time earned a 1‑1 draw away to FAR Rabat and sealed a 2‑1 aggregate victory, giving Sundowns their second African crown and a record $6 million first prize. The triumph also books a place in the CAF Super Cup against USM Alger, worth $500,000 to the winners, and secures qualification for the 2029 Club World Cup, where Sundowns earned $12.5 million during their previous appearance. Additional revenue will come from the FIFA Intercontinental Cup, a tournament in which Pyramids collected $2 million last season.

The victory eased pressure on Portuguese coach Miguel Cardoso, who had lost the previous two finals and missed out on domestic trophies this year. Sundowns’ squad, featuring several internationals and foreign talents, now turns its focus to future global challenges.