In a day of contrasting fortunes for South African football, Orlando Pirates crashed out of the Caf Champions League, while Mamelodi Sundowns moved into the first round.
Pirates drew 1-1 with Green Eagles in the preliminary round second-leg clash on Saturday night. Green Eagles progressed thanks to the first leg finishing 1-0 in their favour.
Mamelodi Sundowns will continue to fly the flag for South Africa in the elite Caf competition thanks to their 5-2 aggregate win over AS Otoho d'Oyo in the preliminary round. The Brazilians will face Cote d'Or FC of Seychelles in the first round.