Violent clashes erupted between the fans of Mamelodi Sundowns and Tunisian Esperance following the match that took place on Tuesday evening at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in South Africa, as part of the first leg of the African Champions League quarter-finals, which ended with the South African team winning 1-0.

According to eyewitnesses, the clashes extended to the vicinity of the stadium as Esperance fans were leaving, prompting security forces to intervene to contain the situation and ensure the safety of the fans.

Sundowns secured the victory thanks to a goal from Peter Shalulile in the 54th minute, putting them one step closer to the semi-finals ahead of the upcoming return leg next Tuesday at the Olympic Stadium in Rades, Tunisia, where Esperance aims to compensate for the loss and seize the qualification spot.

The winner of this match is expected to face the qualifier from the match between Egyptian Al Ahly and Sudanese Al Hilal in the semi-finals, adding to the excitement of the competition for the continental title.