CAF Champions League: Al Ahly and CR Belouizdad ready for group stage clash

Al Ahly and CR Belouizdad are set to face off in a crucial Group Stage match of the CAF Champions League at the Cairo International Stadium.

Both teams have revealed their starting line-ups, with kickoff imminent for this eagerly anticipated encounter on the tournament’s third matchday.

The Egyptian giants, Al Ahly, enter the game aiming to solidify their position in the group standings.

Mohamed Elshenawy, the trusted goalkeeper and captain, will lead the side.

Achraf Dari, the Moroccan center-back, has also been named in the starting eleven, adding international experience to the team’s defensive setup.

Under the guidance of coach Marcel Koller, Al Ahly have deployed a balanced line-up with a mix of defensive stability and attacking flair.

CR Belouizdad, Algeria’s representatives, are prepared to challenge their formidable hosts.

Goalkeeper Alexis Guendouz Zeghba will guard the net, supported by a sturdy backline featuring Youcef Khacef and Mokhtar Benayada.

Coach Marcos Paquetá has chosen a line-up designed to counter Al Ahly’s strengths, with Sofiane Benguit and Youssef Meziane set to orchestrate the midfield and attack.

Official starting line-ups:

Al Ahly:

• Mohamed Elshenawy (GK)
• Abdel Fattah
• Achraf Dari
• Rami Rabia
• Attiah
• Slim
• Akram Tawfik
• El Solia
• Attia
• El Shahat
• Wessam Abu Ali

CR Belouizdad:

• Alexis Zeghba (GK)
• Youcef Khacef
• Sofiane Hadded
• Chamseddine Keddad
• Mokhtar Benayada
• Mohamed Mbé
• Sofiane Selmi
• Karim Mahious
• Sofiane Benguit
• Youssef Meziane
• Mayo Ndiaye

Both teams are under pressure to deliver, with qualification for the knockout stages at stake.

Al Ahly, one of the most successful clubs in African football history, will rely on their home advantage and attacking prowess.

CR Belouizdad, known for their resilience, will aim to upset the hosts by playing a disciplined and counter-attacking game.

The match promises to be a thrilling battle between two of Africa’s top clubs.

Fans across the continent will be watching closely as these giants of African football go head-to-head in pursuit of vital points in their group stage campaign.