Young Africans will host Al Ahly in a decisive Group B clash of the CAF Champions League on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 13:00 UTC in Zanzibar City.
Both sides sit level on four points, but Al Ahly currently leads the group on goal difference after a 2-0 victory in the reverse fixture.
The encounter promises a fiercely contested battle for top spot and a stronger position heading into the quarter-finals.
Young Africans arrive in high spirits, buoyed by their unbeaten domestic form and a home record in the competition that has yet to concede a goal.
Al Ahly, Africa’s most successful club in the tournament’s history, rely on squad depth and a dominant head-to-head record to assert their authority.
Key Points:
- Group Stakes: With both sides tied on points, the match will likely decide who tops Group B.
- Current Form: Young Africans are in strong domestic form, while Al Ahly have been balancing their league and cup commitments.
- Historical Edge: Al Ahly have dominated past meetings with five wins, two draws, and a single loss.
- Team News: Al Ahly midfielder Emam Ashour has been suspended and fined for missing the team’s flight to Tanzania, ruling him out of the fixture.
The stage is set for a high-stakes showdown as both teams look to strengthen their claim for the knockout stages.
| Team | Played | Wins | Draws | Losses | Goals For | Goals Against | Goal Difference | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Ahly FC | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 2 | +5 | 7 |
| Young Africans | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 4 |
| AS FAR Rabat | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 2 |
| JS Kabylie | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 2 |
