The second-leg encounters of the CAF Champions League quarter-finals took place this Tuesday, with critical outcomes shaping the path to the semi-finals.
Espérance Sportive de Tunis was held to a goalless draw at home against Mamelodi Sundowns, meaning the South African side progressed with a 1-0 aggregate victory.
Despite a solid defensive display from Espérance, they were unable to break down Sundowns’ disciplined structure.
The Tunisian side’s hopes of overturning the first-leg deficit were dashed, leaving Sundowns to continue their quest for continental glory.
In the second match of the evening, Al Hilal Omdurman fell short against Al Ahly.
The Sudanese side, having lost 1-0 in the first leg, could not break the deadlock in the return fixture.
A solitary goal by Al Ahly in the second leg ensured the Egyptian giants sealed a 2-0 aggregate win.
Emam Ashour’s 80th-minute strike was enough to secure their passage to the semi-finals, where they will aim to add to their illustrious African trophy cabinet.
Meanwhile, AS FAR Rabat enjoyed a crucial victory against Pyramids FC, winning 2-0 in front of their home crowd.
However, the Moroccan side’s effort was not enough to overcome Pyramids’ 4-1 lead from the first leg.
Despite the win, AS FAR was eliminated on aggregate, with Pyramids FC advancing to the semi-finals thanks to their dominant first-leg performance.
As the dust settles on these quarter-final encounters, attention now turns to the semi-finals, where the remaining teams will fight for a place in the final and the opportunity to be crowned Africa’s best club.
Here is the information in a table format:
| Match | Result (Second Leg) | Aggregate Score | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Espérance Sportive de Tunis vs Mamelodi Sundowns | 0-0 | 0-1 | Mamelodi Sundowns |
| Al Hilal Omdurman vs Al Ahly | 0-1 | 0-2 | Al Ahly |
| AS FAR Rabat vs Pyramids FC | 2-0 | 3-4 | Pyramids FC |
