CAF Confederation Cup: Record $4 million prize on the line as Zamalek and USM Alger clash in decider

Zamalek SC and USM Alger are set for a high-stakes showdown on Saturday night as they battle for the 2025/26 TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup title at the Cairo International Stadium.

The decisive second leg will kick off at 21:00 local time (18:00 GMT), with continental glory and a historic financial reward both at stake.

Historic Prize Money Up For Grabs

This year’s winners will receive a record-breaking $4 million prize, the biggest financial reward ever offered in the history of the CAF Confederation Cup.

The newly introduced trophy, first unveiled last year, will also be awarded to the champions following what has been a thrilling continental campaign.

The massive prize money has added even greater significance to an already fiercely contested final between two African heavyweights.

USM Alger Carry Narrow Advantage Into Cairo

USM Alger travel to Egypt with a slim 1-0 lead after securing a dramatic victory in the first leg in Algiers last weekend.

The Algerian side claimed the advantage thanks to a stoppage-time penalty converted by Ahmed Khaldi, leaving the tie finely balanced heading into the return encounter.

Their disciplined display in the first leg, combined with a strong recent record against Egyptian clubs, will give the Algerians confidence ahead of the decisive clash.

Zamalek Chasing Third Confederation Cup Crown

Zamalek will be aiming to overturn the deficit in front of their passionate home supporters as they seek a third CAF Confederation Cup title after previous triumphs in 2019 and 2024.

The Egyptian giants know that only victory will be enough if they are to reclaim the continental crown and continue their rich history in African football.

All Eyes On Cairo

With continental prestige, history, and millions of dollars on the line, African football fans are expecting another intense and dramatic encounter in Cairo.

The final will be officiated by Gabonese referee Pierre Atcho as two of Africa’s most decorated clubs battle for supremacy on the continental stage.