Recap
Mamelodi Sundowns will enter this pre-season fixture with a somewhat depleted squad, largely as a result of international commitments. Their preparations were also slightly disrupted by a delay to their travel plans, as the squad remained in South Africa to pay their respects and attend an emotional memorial service for Jayden Adams.
The African champions now travel to Austria for their first pre-season match, but will be without several important players:
❌ Saleng
❌ Shalulile
❌ Adams
❌ Ndamane
❌ Rayners
❌ Modiba
Hertha Berlin have already played four pre-season friendlies, winning all four and scoring an impressive 30 goals. The German side therefore appears to be considerably further along in its preparations and should possess a clear advantage in terms of match fitness and rhythm.