Stade Malien faces a challenging task in Lubumbashi as they aim to secure a spot in the final of the CAF Confederation Cup against TP Mazembe. The Malian club lost the first leg (2-1) at home, making the upcoming match crucial for their chances.
Despite being considered underdogs, Stade Malien might find an opportunity in the reported crisis within TP Mazembe. The Lubumbashi club is facing issues with its Zambian players, including Stoppila Sunzu, Rainford Kalaba, and Nathan Sinkala, who were called up for a friendly match in Beijing between Zambia and Brazil. This situation could potentially disrupt the stability of Patrice Carteron’s team.
Stade Malien, arriving in Lubumbashi with a calm approach, may exploit the reported crisis within TP Mazembe to gain a psychological advantage. The outcome of the match will be crucial in determining which team advances to the final of the CAF Confederation Cup.
