The preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup, which began on Friday with several exciting matches across the continent, is set to conclude this Sunday with six final fixtures. After an intense weekend of competition, African club football fans can expect more high-stakes encounters as clubs vie for a place in the next round of the tournament.
The Sunday schedule features a diverse mix of teams from North, West, Central, and East Africa, highlighting the geographic reach and competitive depth of the CAF Confederation Cup. Moroccan side Kawkab Marrakech will host Burkina Faso’s USFA, aiming to consolidate their position and advance to the next stage. The home advantage will be crucial for Kawkab Marrakech as they seek to impose their style of play and secure a positive result against the visitors.
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, St Eloi Lupopo will face Kenyan outfit Bandari. Both clubs have a strong continental pedigree, and this match promises to be a competitive clash. St Eloi Lupopo will be looking to leverage their experience in African competitions, while Bandari will aim to cause an upset and claim a crucial away victory.
Cameroon’s UMS Loum will take on Deportivo Mongomo from Equatorial Guinea. This fixture offers both clubs the opportunity to showcase their talent on a larger stage and make a statement in the CAF Confederation Cup. The Cameroonian side will be seeking to capitalize on their home support, while Deportivo Mongomo will aim to maintain defensive discipline and exploit counter-attacking opportunities.
From East Africa, Jeshi Kujenga Uchumi of Zanzibar will host Botswana’s Gaborone United SC. This match represents an important test for both sides, with the winner set to advance further in the tournament. Gaborone United SC will be seeking to overturn any home advantage, while Jeshi Kujenga Uchumi will be eager to demonstrate their competitiveness in a continental competition.
In the Republic of Congo, the Black Devils face Ivory Coast’s Africa Sports. Both teams are expected to compete intensely, with Africa Sports relying on their attacking flair and experience, while the Black Devils will aim to assert dominance on home soil. This match could be pivotal in determining which club carries momentum into the next stage.
Finally, Nigerian side Nasarawa United will play against Senegal’s Génération Foot. Both clubs have shown ambition in their domestic leagues, and this CAF Cup encounter will test their ability to perform under international pressure. Nasarawa United will hope to use home advantage to secure a strong result, while Génération Foot will rely on their tactical discipline to counter the Nigerian side.
As the preliminary round concludes, these six matches will determine which clubs move forward in the CAF Confederation Cup. With continental pride, competitive intensity, and the prospect of advancing to the group stages on the line, fans can anticipate engaging and high-stakes matches. Sunday’s fixtures are set to provide both excitement and drama, continuing the vibrant tradition of African club football.
