Overview:
In doing so, they became the fourth Egyptian nation to win the coveted trophy joining the likes of Al Ahly, Zamalek and Ismaily with the nation now on 19 titles.
Results
- Pyramids 2-1 Sundowns [Agg: 3-2]
Egyptian budding giants beat Mamelodi Sundowns 2-1 in Cairo to lift their first ever Caf Champions League trophy on Sunday.
Following a dramatic 1-1 first leg clash in Pretoria last week, Pyramids wasted no chance when Fiston Mayele capitalised from a loose clearance to score the opener in the first half.
Sundowns could have drawn level just before the break but Mathews, through on goal after Ribeiro decent pass saw his effort saved.
Ahmed Samy doubled the lead in the second half before Iqraam Rayners scored for Sundowns to set up a nervy finish.
Despite pressure from the Brazilians, Pyramids held on for a deserved victory and now see their name etched in the history of the most prestigious club football title on the continent.
In doing so, they became the fourth Egyptian nation to win the coveted trophy joining the likes of Al Ahly, Zamalek and Ismaily with the nation now on 19 titles.
Sundowns will turn their attention to the Fifa Club World Cup due this month while Pyramids have a chance to win another trophy on Wednesday when they face Zamalek in the Egyptian cup final.