Excitement is palpable across the continent as the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League gears up for its much-anticipated return to action this Friday, promising a weekend packed with high-stakes clashes and intense battles on the pitch. With the group stages entering the crucial phase, teams are vying for precious points to secure their spots in the knockout rounds.
The defending champions, Al Ahly, kick off the blockbuster weekend as they travel to Ghana to take on Medeama FC in what promises to be a riveting encounter. Simultaneously, Al Hilal will lock horns with Petro de Luanda in Sudan, adding to the adrenaline rush for fans eagerly awaiting the resumption of continental football.
In Abidjan, Asec Mimosas aim to channel the success of their national team, the Elephants, as they welcome Tanzania’s Simba SC, hoping to capitalize on home advantage and secure a crucial victory.
Saturday’s action intensifies with Pyramids facing a daunting task against TP Mazembe in Lubumbashi, while Mamelodi Sundowns set their sights on maintaining their stellar form as they clash with Nouadhibou in Mauritania.
Wydad AC faces a pivotal moment as they travel to Botswana to take on Jwaneng Galaxy, knowing that anything less than a win could jeopardize their campaign. Meanwhile, Tunisian giants ES Sahel and ES Tunis square off in a highly anticipated showdown, promising fireworks on the field.
Football enthusiasts can catch all the live scores, fixtures, and group standings on CAFOnline’s newly designed Fixture & Results page, ensuring they don’t miss a moment of the exhilarating CAF Champions League action.
As anticipation reaches fever pitch, fans brace themselves for a weekend of thrilling football, where every match carries significant implications in the quest for continental glory.
TotalEnergies CAF Champions League Match Day 5 Fixtures:
Friday, 23 February
16h00 GMT | Al-Hilal – Petro de Luanda
16h00 GMT | Medeama – Al Ahly SC
19h00 GMT | Asec Mimosas – Simba SC
Saturday, 24 February
13h00 GMT | Jwaneng Galaxy – Wydad AC
13h00 GMT | TP Mazembe – Pyramids FC
16h00 GMT | Nouadhibou – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
16h00 GMT | Young Africans – CR Belouizdad
19h00 GMT | ES Sahel – ES Tunis