The Tunisian side have gained a slight advantage in the second leg after securing a 1-0 victory on Saturday evening. The ES Tunis coach praised his players for executing his tactics perfectly and thwarting Sundowns’ attacks. He expressed pride in their performance, stating, “We delivered a tactically interesting performance that adhered to the game plan we had set out beforehand. I am extremely proud of what my players have accomplished tonight.”
He also emphasized the importance of hard work, saying, “luck goes hand in hand with hard work.” On the other hand, Carodoso, the Sundowns coach, admitted that his team suffered against Rulani Mokwena’s charges. He acknowledged that while they did some good things, they also faced tough moments. He stressed the significance of the players’ character and their ability to execute the game plan, especially in difficult moments.