With an impressive line-up of clubs vying for continental glory, the anticipation surrounding the 2024/25 TotalEnergies CAF Confederations Cup Group Stage intensified as the draw concluded in Cairo on Monday.
Defending champions Zamalek SC, in Group D, have been drawn alongside their compatriots Al Masry, former African champions Enyimba from Nigeria and Mozambique’s Black Bulls. Zamalek, known for their illustrious history, aim to defend their title and secure further glory on the continental stage.
In Group C, another side that has enjoyed success; USM Alger of Algeria lead the charge against tough Ivorian side ASEC Mimosas, ASC Jaraaf of Senegal and Orapa United from Botswana.
Group B features RS Berkane, a two-time champion from Morocco, who face the challenge of competing against Stade Malien of Mali and South African debutants Stellenbosch FC. Angolan side CD Lunda Sul round up this competitive group, promising high-caliber matches.
The most competitive group, dubbed the “Group of Death,” is Group A, which boasts a line-up of heavyweights: Simba SC of Tanzania, CS Sfaxien from Tunisia, and Algerian powerhouses CS Constantine, complemented by Angola’s Bravos do Maquis.
The group stage is scheduled to commence in November, setting the stage for some of Africa’s most prestigious clubs to chase the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup trophy.
The group stages will be played between November 2024 and January 2025.
TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup Group Stage Fixtures Dates:
• Match Day 1: November 26-27, 2024
• Match Day 2: December 6-8, 2024
• Match Day 3: December 13-15, 2024
• Match Day 4: January 3-5, 2025
• Match Day 5: January 10-12, 2025
• Match Day 6: January 17-19, 2025
TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup Group Stage Draw Results:
Group A: Simba SC (Tanzania), CS Sfaxien (Tunisia), CS Constantine (Algeria), Bravos do Maquis (Angola)
Group B: RS Berkane (Morocco), Stade Malien (Mali), Stellenbosch (South Africa), CD Lunda Sul (Angola),
Group C: USM Alger (Algeria), ASEC Mimosas (Côte d’Ivoire), ASC Jaraaf (Senegal), Orapa United (Botswana)
Group D: Zamalek SC (Egypt), Al Masry (Egypt), Enyimba FC (Nigeria), Black Bulls (Mozambique)
Source: CAF Online
