The quarter-final first-leg matches of the CAF Confederation Cup are set to take place this Wednesday, with teams from across the continent vying for a crucial advantage in the knockout stage.
Quarter-Final Fixtures
The four highly anticipated encounters will unfold as follows:
- Stellenbosch vs. Zamalek – 14:00 GMT
- Al Masry vs. Simba SC – 17:00 GMT
- ASEC Mimosas vs. RS Berkane – 17:00 GMT
- CS Constantine vs. USM Alger – 17:00 GMT
High-Stakes Battles Across the Continent
Egyptian giants Zamalek will travel to South Africa to face Stellenbosch, a team that has impressed in its debut Confederation Cup campaign.
With the Cairo-based club aiming for another continental title, the South Africans will be looking to make the most of their home advantage.
Meanwhile, Al Masry will host Simba SC, the Tanzanian powerhouse that has been a formidable force in African club competitions in recent years.
The Port Said club will need a strong performance at home to put themselves in a commanding position ahead of the return leg.
Ivorian champions ASEC Mimosas will take on RS Berkane, with the Moroccan side looking to build on its rich pedigree in the tournament, having previously won the competition in 2020 and 2022.
Lastly, CS Constantine will play USM Alger, in what promises to be an intense all-North African affair.
The defending champions, USM Alger, will aim to continue their title defense, while Constantine will be eager to cause an upset in front of their home crowd.
With all teams aiming for a place in the semi-finals, the first-leg encounters will be crucial in setting the tone for the decisive second-leg clashes.
