Mokwena has no idea which Percy Tau will show up against Sundowns at Loftus

“Despite the strength and quality they possess, like every other team they have weaknesses and we have to try to win a football match. Regardless of whether we play at 3pm or 6pm, or home or away, it is the same enthusiasm and character. 

“We did it in Cairo and we have to do it again here, the players have to get used to playing games of consequence. The only way they can get used to doing that is to play these games to get that level of experience. 

“We all have to give them a fair chance to make a name for themselves and make history for the football club.” 

Sundowns drew 0-0 against Ahly in Egypt just under two weeks ago. The Brazilians (seven points from three games) would go top of Group B, a point above Sudan's Al-Hilal (nine points from four games) if they beat Al Ahly in Pretoria.

The Red Devils (four points from three games) would then be left with a tough assignment reaching the quarterfinals, needing wins from their last two matches against Hilal and Coton Sport of Cameroon.

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