The Brazilians have failed to register a win in their last two group matches, having drawn with Horoya and Wydad Casablanca.
They currently trail joint leaders Wydad and Horoya by two points and a win will see them move top of the group albeit for few hours as Horoya and Wydad meet later today.
A win for the hosts will see them leapfrog Sundowns to third spot with three points after three matches.
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