Overview

• Mamelodi Sundowns took the lead through Lucas Ribeiro Costa's 11th-minute goal before Felix Nmecha leveled in the 16th minute and Serhou Guirassy plus Jobe Bellingham put Dortmund ahead by halftime.
• Khuliso Mudau’s own goal in the 59th minute extended Dortmund’s advantage to 4-1, while late strikes from Iqraam Rayners and Lebo Mothiba narrowed the gap to 4-3.
• Temperatures nearing 90°F prompted a heat advisory with referee-called cooling breaks as substitutes watched the first half from the locker room and later returned with umbrellas.
• Manager Niko Kovac said the noon kickoff was “sauna-like,” underscoring the need for further adjustments as the tournament continues.
• Dortmund now sits atop Group H and will meet Ulsan Hyundai on Wednesday in its next group-stage fixture.