TP Mazembe vs Zamalek is shaping up as a fierce encounter, already billed as a “clash of titans” on the opening day of the CAF Champions League.
The Congolese side, TP Mazembe, five-time winners of the competition, face a tough group alongside Zamalek, 1° de Agosto, and ZESCO United. The absence of captain Rainford Kalaba, sidelined with malaria, will force coach Pamphile Mihayo to adjust his lineup. Trésor Mputu is available, but Mihayo must decide whether to start him or Ghanaian midfielder Torrick Jebrin, who has impressed since joining the club.
The probable starting eleven for TP Mazembe:
Sylvain Gbohou, Kevin Mondeko, Kabaso Chongo, Wonlo Coulibaly, Issama Mpeko, Koffi Kouame, Nathan Sinkala, Torrick Jebrin, Trésor Mputu, Jackson Muleka, Chiko Ushindy.
The match is expected to be highly competitive, as both sides vie for an early advantage in the group stage.
