North African football will dominate the CAF Confederation Cup this weekend as all four semi-finalists come from the region. Tunisia’s CS Sfaxien and Étoile Sportive du Sahel, Egypt’s Zamalek, and Morocco’s RS Berkane will battle it out in the first legs of the semi-finals, scheduled to take place this Sunday.
The day’s action will open with a highly anticipated clash between CS Sfaxien and RS Berkane. Set to kick off at 4 p.m. GMT, the encounter promises to be a tightly contested affair between two sides known for their tactical discipline and continental experience. CS Sfaxien, backed by their home crowd, will be aiming to build a solid advantage before the return leg, while RS Berkane will be looking to secure a positive result away from home to keep their qualification hopes firmly alive.
The second semi-final will see Egyptian giants Zamalek host Étoile Sportive du Sahel at 7 p.m. GMT. This fixture brings together two of Africa’s most prestigious clubs, both with rich histories in continental competitions. Zamalek, always formidable on home soil, will be keen to take control of the tie in the first leg. ES Sahel, however, have repeatedly shown their ability to perform under pressure on the African stage and will travel with the ambition of coming away with a valuable away goal or, at the very least, a manageable deficit.
With all four clubs coming from North Africa, these semi-finals guarantee a high level of intensity, tactical battles, and passionate atmospheres. Each team knows the importance of the first leg in shaping the tie, and fine margins are expected to make the difference.
Program:
CS Sfaxien – RS Berkane (4 p.m. GMT)
Zamalek – Étoile Sportive du Sahel (7 p.m. GMT)
