DR Congo international Fiston Mayele has emerged as the frontrunner to annex the CAF Champions League goal king this season.
Mayele, who plies his trade for Egyptian outfit Pyramids FC is leading the pack ahead of the Champions League final return clash.
The 29-year-old forward is close to snatching the top scorer prize after racking up 8 goals in 12 appearances in the competitions this season, showcasing his ruthless form in front of goal.
However, Mayele is locked in a fierce battle with his teammate Ibrahim Adel for the Golden Boot. The Egyptian rising star, has 6 goals in just 6 match underlining his efficiency and explosive impact.
Esperance attacker Youcef Belaïli has seven goals in the competition, but is no more in contention for the prize following the sides elimination.
With one decisive match left, the final against Mamelodi Sundowns next week, both strikers have the chance to make history and end the campaign as Africa’s top marksman.
Meanwhile, the first leg of the Champions League final ended in a 1-1 draw in South Africa, with the second leg set for June 1 in Cairo.
Top Scorers – CAF Champions League 2024/25:
Fiston Mayele (Pyramids FC) – 8 goals
Youcef Belaïli (Espérance de Tunis) – 7 goals
Ibrahim Adel (Pyramids FC) – 6 goals
Emam Ashour (Al Ahly) – 5 goals
Relebohile Mofokeng (Orlando Pirates) – 5 goals
Stephane Aziz Ki (Young Africans SC) – 5 goals
Mohau Nkota (Orlando Pirates) – 4 goals
Mohamed Abdelrahman (Al Hilal) – 4 goals
Joel Beya (AS FAR) – 4 goals
Aimen Mahious (CR Belouizdad) – 4 goal
