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Al Ahly permutations: What do Tau & co need to qualify against ‘fishermen’ Al Hilal after Mamelodi Sundowns slip-up?

Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly are enjoying diverse fortunes as they approach the final game of their Caf Champions League group stage campaign, following a dramatic penultimate gameweek.

While Percy Tau excelled as the Brazilians blew away Coton Sport 4-0 away, Sundowns were held 1-1 by Al Hilal following a disastrous Ronwen Williams error.

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Sundowns’ draw means they miss out on consolidating top spot in the group, whereas the extra point for Hilal makes life a little tougher for Ahly as the African giants look to avoid elimination.

Here’s how Group C looks with one game to go, and what Sundowns need to do to top the group and Ahly need to avoid elimination.