The path to the ultimate prize in African club football has been charted, with the draws for the quarter-final and semi-final stages of the CAF Champions League finalized in Cairo on Tuesday. The pairings have set the stage for a series of compelling encounters, pitting historic rivals against each other and offering a chance for newcomers to make their mark.
In a notable fixture, the reigning titleholders, Pyramids of Egypt, are slated to confront FAR Rabat from Morocco. This match-up echoes a quarter-final duel from the previous campaign, promising a tense and tactical rematch between two of the continent’s formidable sides.
Historic Rivalries and Debutant Dreams
Another colossal clash emerges from the draw, as Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly, the competition’s most successful club with a record 12 titles, prepares to lock horns with Tunisian giants Esperance. This fixture rekindles a rivalry steeped in decades of continental history, guaranteeing a spectacle of the highest caliber.
The tournament also welcomes fresh ambition in the form of debutants Renai, whose remarkable journey continues as they enter the knockout phase for the first time. Their participation adds an element of unpredictability to the latter stages of the competition.