Mamelodi Sundowns captain Ronwen Williams has admitted that the club's defeat in the CAF Super Cup will remain a painful experience for a long time, as he called on his teammates to reflect and work towards improving their performances.

The Brazilians suffered disappointment after failing to overcome USM Alger in the continental final, missing out on an opportunity to add another international trophy to their collection.

Williams did not hide his frustration when speaking to the media after the encounter, acknowledging how difficult the result was for the team and its supporters.

"Obviously, it's tough. This one will hurt for a very long time," Williams told the media.

The Bafana Bafana captain also stressed that Sundowns must examine their current performances and compare them with the standards they previously established. He believes the squad needs to understand what has changed and identify the areas that require improvement.

"We've got to reflect as a team as to where we are and what we once were. We need to get back to that. As tough as it is, we need to pick ourselves up. It's going to be a long season. We just need to be better as a team, \[and\] draw strength from one another and keep growing."

His comments highlight the disappointment within the Sundowns dressing room following the loss, but also point towards the need for unity as the campaign continues.

The defeat comes at a time when the Tshwane giants still have several important objectives to pursue. They must now redirect their attention towards their remaining domestic and continental commitments.

Williams will be expected to provide leadership as the team attempts to recover from the setback. His message also serves as a reminder that the players must take collective responsibility rather than allow the disappointment to affect their remaining campaign.

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