RS Berkane carry a commanding advantage into the second leg of the CAF Confederation Cup semi-finals after their dominant 4-0 victory over CS Constantine last week.
As the competition resumes on Sunday, the Moroccan side find themselves firmly in control, while Stellenbosch FC aim to overturn a narrow first-leg deficit against Simba SC.
The opening match of the day will see South African outfit Stellenbosch FC welcome Simba Sports Club, with kick-off scheduled for 1 p.m. GMT.
The Tanzanian side edged the first encounter 1-0, but the slender margin leaves the tie finely poised.
Stellenbosch will be banking on home support to mount a comeback and book their place in the final.
Later in the afternoon, CS Constantine face an uphill battle against RS Berkane.
After suffering a heavy defeat in Morocco, the Algerian team must deliver an extraordinary performance to stand any chance of progressing.
The scale of the challenge is daunting, with RS Berkane having demonstrated ruthless efficiency in the first leg.
Speaking after their emphatic win, a RS Berkane player said, “We worked hard to get this result, but we know nothing is finished yet. We have to stay focused and complete the job.”
For CS Constantine, the path to redemption is steep.
The players and coaching staff are aware of the magnitude of the task ahead.
“We have a lot of pride, and we will fight until the end. Nothing is impossible in football,” a CS Constantine representative commented in the build-up to Sunday’s match.
The semi-final program for Sunday is as follows:
- Stellenbosch FC vs Simba SC (Kick-off: 1 p.m. GMT)
- CS Constantine vs RS Berkane (Kick-off: 4 p.m. GMT)
Victory for RS Berkane would see them move one step closer to lifting the CAF Confederation Cup trophy once again, reinforcing their reputation as one of Africa’s strongest sides in continental competitions.
Meanwhile, Simba SC will be cautious as they seek to protect their narrow advantage against a Stellenbosch team determined to turn the tables in front of a passionate home crowd.
With both matches promising drama and tension, Sunday’s action is set to play a crucial role in shaping the final showdown of this year’s tournament.
