CAF approves Durban City’s request to play both matches against Al Ahli Tripoli in Libya

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has approved Durban City’s request to play both their home and away matches against Al Ahli Tripoli in Libya during the group stage of the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup.

The decision means the South African club will travel to Libya for both fixtures against their Group B opponents, foregoing the traditional home-and-away arrangement in the continental competition.

Al Ahli Tripoli have also assured Durban City of a warm welcome and excellent hospitality throughout their stay in the North African country.

The Libyan club has committed to providing accommodation, meals, transportation and training facilities, alongside other logistical support to ensure the South African side enjoy a comfortable stay.

The arrangements are expected to ease the logistical demands on Durban City as they prepare for the two encounters.

Playing both matches in Libya will also give Al Ahli Tripoli the advantage of playing on familiar territory, although the fixtures will still be treated as separate home and away encounters.

The development adds an interesting dimension to Group B, with both sides set to meet twice on Libyan soil as they battle for points and a place in the knockout stages of the CAF Confederation Cup.