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Mokwena's side (on 60 points, and who scan still reach a maximum of 78) can break or equal the 75-point record for the old 18-team Premier Soccer League (PSL).
And the strong team — the line-up that has been doing the duty in the Caf Champions League — Downs' the young coach sent out against the Citizens made their intentions clear.
Sundowns dominated the opening half and created a few goalscoring chances for players such as Cassius Mailula and Peter Shalulile. However, they couldn’t get the better of City keeper Darren Keet.
The Capetonians also had their chances and forced some saves from Masandawana keeper Ronwen Williams.
The hosts continued to dominate in the second half but City’s defence was solid and made it difficult for Downs' dangerous attackers to have decent shots at goal.
Sundowns’ pressure led to City being reduced to 10 men when second-half substitute Brice Ambina was sent off. Ambina received two yellow cards for reckless fouls on Themba Zwane and Aubrey Modiba.
Despite that, coach Eric Tinkler’s men held on for a draw in Pretoria.
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