APR and Zamalek name probable line-ups for CAF Champions League clash

APR FC and Zamalek SC meet in the first leg of the second preliminary round of the CAF Champions League, with the Rwandan side seeking a strong home performance against one of Africa’s more experienced clubs.

APR will be aiming to establish an advantage before the return fixture, while Zamalek will attempt to secure a positive result away from home. The Rwandan team is expected to rely on its collective organisation and a squad made up largely of local players, supported by several foreign recruits.

APR FC probable XI

Pavelh Ndzila is expected to start in goal.

The likely defence consists of Claude Niyomugabo, Clement Niyigena, Jean Gilbert Byiringiro and Yunusu Watara Nshimiyimana.

Taddeo Lwanga, Mohamadou Lamine Bah, Dauda Yussif Seidu and Jean Bosco Ruboneka are set to form the midfield.

Mamadou Sy and Gilbert Mugisha are the probable attacking pairing.

APR will face a Zamalek team with a competitive squad and considerable experience. Abdallah El Said is among the players expected to provide composure, attacking quality and leadership for the Egyptian club.

Zamalek have the resources to challenge for a result in Rwanda and will be regarded as favourites to progress from the tie.

Zamalek probable XI

Mahdi Soliman is the predicted goalkeeper.

The defensive line is expected to feature Omar Gaber, Mohamed Ismail, Mahmoud Hamdy El-Wensh and Mahmoud Bentayg.

Mohamed Shehata, Abdallah El Said and Ahmed Rabie are likely to start in midfield.

Chico Banza and Ahmed Sherif are expected to lead the attack.

The fixture is due to be played shortly as part of the second preliminary round of the CAF Champions League. APR will be looking to take an advantage into the second leg, while Zamalek will seek to underline their status as the more experienced side in African competition.

The listed odds from betting company 1xbet make APR the outsider at 6,16 to win. A draw is priced at 3,66, while Zamalek are quoted at 1,48.