Etoile Sportive du Sahel Prepare for Crucial Confederation Cup Clash in Zambia
Tunisian football giants Etoile Sportive du Sahel are gearing up for their fourth group stage match in the CAF Confederation Cup next weekend, as they prepare to face Zambia’s Nkana FC.
The match is scheduled for Saturday, 26 July, with kick-off set at 2:00 p.m. local time (HT). Etoile Sportive du Sahel will travel to Kitwe, the Zambian city hosting the fixture, in a carefully planned journey aimed at helping the squad acclimatize ahead of the crucial encounter.
The Tunisian side is set to depart Tunisia on Tuesday. Their itinerary includes stopovers in Dubai and Lusaka before making the final leg of the trip by bus to Kitwe. This travel strategy aims to mitigate the effects of travel fatigue and adapt to local conditions, which is key for optimal performance.
Etoile Sportive du Sahel will face the challenge under the guidance of their new head coach, Dragan, who will unfortunately be without two important players. Midfielder Marouane Tej and forward Baghdad Bounedjah will both miss the match due to suspensions. Their absence is expected to impact the team’s lineup and strategy.
Nkana FC, one of Zambia’s most successful clubs, will be eager to capitalize on home advantage in what promises to be a fiercely contested match. The fixture carries significant weight in the group standings as both sides look to secure vital points on the road to the knockout stages.
Etoile Sportive du Sahel’s performance in this encounter will be closely watched by fans and analysts, with the team aiming to build momentum under their new coach and maintain their position in the tournament.
