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Here are our African highlights -- and lowlights -- from a FIFA Club World Cup showcase which will be remembered very differently by the continent's key protagonists.

Silly season is in progress in South Africa's Betway Premiership, with the PSL transfer window seeing increased action for Cape Town's troubled teams, and the likes of Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs picking up some handy players.

Monterrey are through to the round of 16 at River Plate's expense, while Mamelodi Sundowns bowed out with many admirers. Here's what you need to know from Wednesday's Club World Cup action.

How Fluminense reached the round of 16 of the FIFA Club World Cup.

Fluminense completed a full Brazilian contingent in the Club World Cup round of 16 after a goalless draw with Mamelodi Sundowns secured their progression from Group F on Wednesday.

The equation is simple for South African champions Mamelodi Sundowns, who battled Borussia Dortmund to a 4-3 defeat on Saturday, ahead of Wednesday's FIFA Club World Cup clash with Fluminense: win or go home.

Catch all the best stats from Dortmund's thrilling 4-3 win over Mamelodi Sundowns in Group F at the Club World Cup.

Borussia Dortmund held off a spirited comeback from Mamelodi Sundowns to secure a 4-3 victory and move closer to the Club World Cup knockout stages.

After a 1-0 win over Ulsan HD which put them top of Group F, Mamelodi Sundowns will secure their last 16 spot at the FIFA Club World Cup if they pull off a shock win over German giants Borussia Dortmund on Saturday.

While some matches have packed stadiums, others -- like Mamelodi Sundowns vs Ulsan HD in Orlando -- highlight the Club World Cup's struggle for consistent turnout.
South African Premier Table
# | TEAM | GP | GD | PTS |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Mamelodi Sundowns | 28 | +52 | 73 |
2 | Orlando Pirates | 28 | +23 | 61 |
3 | Stellenbosch | 28 | +13 | 48 |
4 | Sekhukhune United | 28 | +8 | 46 |
5 | TS Galaxy | 28 | 0 | 35 |
6 | Amazulu | 28 | -5 | 35 |
7 | Polokwane City | 28 | -6 | 34 |
8 | Richards Bay | 28 | -7 | 33 |
9 | Kaizer Chiefs | 28 | -7 | 32 |
10 | Marumo Gallants | 28 | -13 | 32 |
11 | Chippa United | 28 | -6 | 31 |
12 | Golden Arrows | 28 | -12 | 31 |
13 | Magesi FC | 28 | -12 | 31 |
14 | SuperSport United | 28 | -12 | 27 |
15 | Cape Town City | 28 | -16 | 27 |
16 | Royal AM | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Team Leaders
Top Scorers
# | Player | Goals | M | A |
---|---|---|---|---|
10 | Lucas Ribeiro .. | 16 | 27 | 9 |
13 | Iqraam Rayners | 14 | 26 | 9 |
9 | Arthur | 8 | 19 | 8 |
Top Assists
# | Player | Assists | M | G |
---|---|---|---|---|
10 | Lucas Ribeiro .. | 9 | 27 | 16 |
13 | Iqraam Rayners | 9 | 26 | 14 |
9 | Arthur | 8 | 19 | 8 |