The anticipation for the African Champions League 2023-2024 is reaching new heights as the group stage concludes with several surprise twists, notably the uncertain fate of Moroccan giants Wydad Casablanca, who might bid farewell to the tournament earlier than expected.
With the curtain set to fall on the group stage, the final matchday will decide the standings in the four groups.
Notably, clubs like TP Mazembe, Mamelodi Sundowns, ASEC Mimosas, Petro Atletico, and Al Ahly or Young Africans have secured their spots in the quarterfinals after the conclusion of the fifth matchday.
The highly anticipated quarterfinal draw for the African Champions League 2023-2024 is eagerly awaited, and here are the key details:
Quarterfinals Draw Date:
The exact date for the draw has not been officially announced by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
However, it is expected to take place in March 2024, immediately following the conclusion of the sixth matchday on March 2.
The draw is likely to be held at CAF’s headquarters in Cairo, where the tournament’s trajectory up to the final match will be determined, including the semifinal matchups.
Broadcasting Channels for the Quarterfinals Draw:
The quarterfinals draw will be broadcasted on beIN Sports NEWS. Additionally, viewers can catch the live stream on CAF’s official YouTube channel and through the TOD TV app.
Quarterfinals Teams and Group Leaders:
The following teams have officially qualified for the quarterfinals of the African Champions League 2023-2024:
| Group | Group Leaders | Runners-Up |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | (Mazembe/Sundowns) | (Mazembe/Sundowns) |
| 2 | ASEC Mimosas | (Simba/Wydad/Galaxy) |
| 3 | Petro Atletico/Tunis | (Petro Atletico/Tunis/Al Hilal) |
| 4 | (Al Ahly/Young Africans) | (Al Ahly/Young Africans) |
Quarterfinals Draw System:
The draw will follow a seeding system, with the top four group leaders placed in Pot 1 and the runners-up in Pot 2. Matches will pair teams from Pot 1 against those from Pot 2, with the group winners hosting the second leg. Teams from the same group cannot face each other again in the quarterfinals.
Quarterfinals Start Date:
The quarterfinal matches are scheduled to commence at the end of March 2024 and the beginning of April. The draw will also determine each team’s path to the final, including the semifinal matchups, without the need for a new draw.
