TP Mazembe questioned after suspected occult objects found in Club Africain tie

TP Mazembe may be asked to explain how objects allegedly linked to occult practices came to be found in the tunnel leading to the pitch during their 1-1 draw with Club Africain in the CAF Champions League.

The items were reportedly discovered after Sunday’s first-leg meeting in the second preliminary round of the competition, held on 18 October. Their presence prompted accusations of witchcraft against the Congolese club, although there is currently no evidence proving either their purpose or who placed them there.

According to information shared on X by journalist Micky Jnr, several objects described as potentially connected to occult practices were found by members of the Tunisian club’s staff.

Images of the items were later circulated on social media. They were difficult to identify clearly at first glance, but quickly led to suspicions directed at TP Mazembe. The match commissioner is also reported to have been informed about the incident.

However, there is no confirmation that the objects were intended for a witchcraft ritual. Nor has it been established that they belonged to anyone representing TP Mazembe.

It also remains possible that they were left by an individual acting alone and with no connection to the Lubumbashi club. No conclusion can therefore be drawn at this stage about the involvement of the Congolese side.

The claims emerged after a result that leaves the tie finely balanced. TP Mazembe were held to a 1-1 draw by Club Africain, meaning both sides remain in contention for a place in the group stage.

The return leg will take place in Tunisia. TP Mazembe must produce an away performance to progress, while Club Africain will seek to settle the tie in front of their own supporters.

Neither club nor the CAF has yet provided an explanation for the discovery of the objects. Until any further information is released, it would be premature to attribute the incident to TP Mazembe or to conclude that the objects were connected to the club.