Mamelodi Sundowns are set for a busy October as the reigning African champions return to competitive action following the international break with fixtures across domestic and continental football.
The Brazilians have four confirmed matches scheduled for October 2026, beginning with a blockbuster MTN8 Final against Orlando Pirates before turning their attention to the Betway Premiership and the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League.
With Sundowns competing on multiple fronts, October could prove to be an important month in their 2026/27 campaign.
Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns
Competition: MTN8 Final
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026
Venue: Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban
Kick-off: 18:00
Sundowns’ first October assignment is arguably the biggest, with Miguel Cardoso’s side facing Orlando Pirates in the 2026 MTN8 Final.
The Premier Soccer League has confirmed Moses Mabhida Stadium as the venue, with the match scheduled for 18:00 on Saturday, 10 October.
The final will bring together two of South Africa’s biggest clubs, with the MTN8 trophy on the line. The PSL has also confirmed that tickets for the final have sold out, underlining the level of interest surrounding the encounter.
For Sundowns, the match presents an opportunity to add another domestic trophy to their collection and begin October with silverware.
Richards Bay vs Mamelodi Sundowns
Competition: Betway Premiership
Date: Tuesday, 13 October 2026
Venue: Princess Magogo Stadium, Durban
Kick-off: 19:30
Just three days after the MTN8 Final, Sundowns return to Betway Premiership action away from home.
The league leaders will travel to face Richards Bay at Princess Magogo Stadium on Tuesday, 13 October, with kick-off scheduled for 19:30.
The fixture is officially listed on the PSL’s current Betway Premiership match centre, making it the club’s first confirmed league assignment of October.
The short turnaround between the MTN8 Final and the Richards Bay encounter could make squad management particularly important for Sundowns.
Wiliete vs Mamelodi Sundowns
Competition: TotalEnergies CAF Champions League
Round: Second Preliminary Round, first leg
Date: Saturday, 17 October 2026
Venue: Angola
Sundowns then turn their attention to continental football when they begin their CAF Champions League title defence against Angola’s Wiliete Sport Clube de Benguela.
CAF confirmed that the reigning champions received a bye into the Second Preliminary Round, where they were drawn against Wiliete after the Angolan club progressed from the opening round.
The first leg is scheduled for the 16–18 October window, with current fixture listings placing the match on Saturday, 17 October in Angola.
Sundowns will be looking to take a positive result back to South Africa as they begin their pursuit of another CAF Champions League title.
Mamelodi Sundowns vs Wiliete
Competition: TotalEnergies CAF Champions League
Round: Second Preliminary Round, second leg
Date: Saturday, 24 October 2026
Venue: Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium, South Africa
The second leg of the CAF Champions League tie will bring Wiliete to South Africa, with Sundowns scheduled to host the Angolan side on Saturday, 24 October.
Current fixture listings have the match at Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium, giving Sundowns the opportunity to secure their place in the next stage in front of their home supporters.
CAF has confirmed that the return legs of the Second Preliminary Round will take place between 23 and 25 October, with the successful clubs advancing to the group stage.
Sundowns’ confirmed October schedule at a glance
10 October: Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns
MTN8 Final | Moses Mabhida Stadium | 18:00
13 October: Richards Bay vs Mamelodi Sundowns
Betway Premiership | Princess Magogo Stadium | 19:30
17 October: Wiliete vs Mamelodi Sundowns
CAF Champions League | Second Preliminary Round, first leg | Angola
24 October: Mamelodi Sundowns vs Wiliete
CAF Champions League | Second Preliminary Round, second leg | Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium
A demanding month for the Brazilians
October gives Sundowns little room for rest. The club will move from a major domestic cup final into league action before beginning the defence of its African crown.
The schedule also presents a significant test of squad depth. The MTN8 Final and Richards Bay fixture are separated by only three days, while the two CAF Champions League matches come within a week of each other.
For Sundowns supporters, however, the month offers plenty to look forward to.
The club has the chance to start October by competing for the MTN8 trophy, strengthen its position in the Betway Premiership and then take another step towards the CAF Champions League group stage.
October promises to be a month of trophies, league points and continental ambition for Mamelodi Sundowns.
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