Al Ahly and Orlando Pirates are set to face each other in Cairo for the second leg of the African Champions League final. In the first leg, which took place last week in South Africa, the Egyptians secured a 1-1 draw. Al Ahly, the most successful team in Africa, seeks its 8th continental coronation. The match provides an opportunity for the Red Devils to play in front of their supporters, which has been challenging due to the socio-political instability in the country.
The Pirates, who will be without Jali and Jele, are not out of the competition, having shown resilience throughout the tournament, especially when playing away. The experience and home advantage may favor Al Ahly, and this match could also mark the last appearance of Mohamed Aboutrika, a legend of African football who announced his retirement at the end of this season. The winner of the African Champions League will qualify for the Club World Cup scheduled for December in Morocco. The match is scheduled for this Sunday at 4 p.m. GMT.
