The FIFA 23 version of the renowned game will be launched at the end of the month. And Mamelodi Sundowns have announced the participation of the Premier Soccer League, PSL giants as the only African side to be part of it. 

According to Masandawana, they will be the only African side in the latest edition for gamers.

“Mamelodi Sundowns will feature in the latest #FIFA23 game as the only African team in the game! It’s time to pick up those controllers and play with Bafana Ba Style!” Sundowns wrote on their social media platforms.

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Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs have featured in the past.

The game features some of the best clubs in the world including English, Spanish, French, Italian and German clubs.

This is huge recognition for Sundowns who have been dominating local football for the better part of the last decade.

“Sport has the unique ability to bring people together. And no sport unites people as powerfully as football does in Africa.” Said 33-year-old Sundowns chairperson Tlhopie Motsepe.

“From its first introduction in 1993, the FIFA video game series has played a similar role in bringing Africans together around gaming consoles across the continent. And more recently, it has brought African gamers to the world.

“Mamelodi Sundowns Football Club is delighted to be part of the EA SPORTS roster of teams and is humbled to represent our continent in the latest edition of FIFA 23.

“For the longest time, supporters of SA football have pleaded with us to get the team included on the platform. Now, we can finally give gamers the chance to play as The Brazilians of Africa, Bafana Ba Style (The Boys with Style) and take on the best clubs in global football.

“This is a special milestone in Mamelodi Sundowns’ history. And I would like to thank EA SPORTS and Roc Nation Sports International for believing in the club.”