CAF Confederation Cup Final: Sewe Sport Poised to Make History Against Al Ahly
The stage is set for a high-stakes showdown this Saturday in Cairo as Sewe Sport de San Pedro attempts to secure its first-ever continental crown in the second leg of the CAF Confederation Cup final against the mighty Al Ahly of Egypt.
With a narrow 2-1 victory in the first leg in Abidjan, Rigo Gervais’ team travels to Egypt with a slight advantage. But they know the task ahead will be monumental, facing the most decorated club in African football history on its home turf.
“We are going to Cairo to defend the result we achieved at home. The battle will be difficult and even merciless,”
— Rigo Gervais, Sewe Sport Head Coach
Confident and prepared after five days of intense preparation in Cairo, Gervais is determined to guide Sewe Sport to a historic title, the first for an Ivorian club in the Confederation Cup since Africa Sports in 1999.
Despite acknowledging the intimidating atmosphere of Cairo’s stadium and Al Ahly’s passionate fans, the Sewe Sport coach believes in his squad’s mentality and motivation:
“We have a group of players who are keen to offer Côte d’Ivoire the trophy. We have an unfailing determination to face all eventualities.”
A win for Sewe Sport would not only crown a remarkable campaign but also mark a major milestone for Ivorian club football. Meanwhile, Al Ahly, playing in their 20th continental final, will be desperate to overturn the deficit and capture the only CAF trophy that has eluded them so far.
Expect drama, intensity, and top-level football in Cairo this Saturday—as African club football crowns a new champion.
