Sundowns vs USM Alger: CAF Super Cup kick-off, TV, tickets

Mamelodi Sundowns host Algeria's USM Alger in the TotalEnergies CAF Super Cup on Sunday 8 November 2026 at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria. Kick-off is 15:00 Africa/Johannesburg (13:00 GMT), according to CAF's official match notice.

The Super Cup pairs Africa's Champions League winners with the Confederation Cup winners. Sundowns arrive as 2025/26 Champions League holders. USM Alger arrive as Confederation Cup champions.

When and where is the match?

CAF published the Pretoria fixture and 15:00 local kick-off on 3 November 2026.

How did Sundowns and USM Alger qualify?

Sundowns won a second CAF Champions League title in May 2026, beating Morocco's AS FAR 2-1 on aggregate in the final, CAF says.

USM Alger won a second CAF Confederation Cup crown, beating Egypt's Zamalek 8-7 on penalties after a 1-1 aggregate across two legs.

Sundowns previously won this Super Cup in 2017 (1-0 against TP Mazembe). USM Alger won it in 2023 (1-0 against Al Ahly).

The clubs have met twice before in CAF competition, both in the 2019/20 Champions League group stage. Sundowns won 1-0 in Algiers and 2-1 at home, per CAF.

How much is the prize money?

CAF says that combined pot is more than 130% higher than the prize money available in 2022.

What channel shows it in South Africa?

ESPN's match preview lists live coverage on SuperSport, DStv channel 208. Confirm the channel number on your DStv guide closer to kick-off, because SuperSport sometimes moves big matches between sports channels.

Streaming is typically available through the DStv Stream app for subscribers. CAF and club channels may also post clips after the final whistle.

Where can you buy tickets?

General tickets have been listed through Open Tickets, with some listings showing general-access seats from about R80. Hospitality packages from third-party sellers can cost far more. Always buy from the official event seller linked by the club or CAF, and check the seat map before you pay.

Gates and bag rules follow Loftus Versfeld stadium policy on the day. Arrive early if you need to collect tickets or clear security.

What else is on this SA sports weekend?

Springboks team and kick-off details are in our Italy Test guide. Bafana Bafana's next listed match is against Kenya on Friday 13 November at Orlando Stadium.

Quick checklist for Sunday

1. Confirm kick-off still 15:00 on CAF or Sundowns channels on the morning of the match.
2. Check your SuperSport / DStv channel list for the live feed.
3. If you have tickets, check Loftus entry rules and arrive early.
4. After the whistle, CAF will confirm the winner and prize payments through its own channels.