Mamelodi Sundowns attacker Arthur Sales says they are highly motivated ahead of the CAF Champions League clash against MC Alger.

The Brazilians began their journey in the CAF Champions League group stages with a 3-1 win over Saint Eloi Lupopo this past weekend.

Sundowns currently occupy the top of the Group C table, level on three points with Al-Hilal after one match.

The Tshwane giants will next take on MC Alger when they meet at the Ali la Pointe Stadium on Friday evening.

“It is a match played by two big teams, it is going to be about details and it’s important we go through it with concentration,” Sales said.

“Both teams like to dominate possession and will be interesting to see how the match goes because that’s the way we set-up. It is going to be a match of key moments and the team that takes care of the details will probably be the one that will have the advantage.

“The team is ready, we have grown as a team over the past few months and we have been waiting for this moment. The players are excited to play in these types of matches in the group stages of the Champions League.

“Our motivation is high and this is an opportunity for us to show the level where we are.

“It will be difficult to play in a stadium full of supporters and away from home, but we can put Alger under pressure by dominating the game and turn their fans against them. It’s not easy in the Champions League but you need to be fully prepared and focused.”