Group A: Constantine on the Brink
Algerian side CS Constantine is on the verge of securing their place in the quarter-finals as they host Tunisia’s CS Sfaxien in a fierce North African derby. Constantine leads the group with 9 points, while Sfaxien, winless and eliminated, has only pride to play for. A win or draw for Constantine, combined with a favorable result between Angola's Onze Bravos and Tanzania’s Simba SC, could confirm their qualification. Simba SC, level on points with Constantine but trailing on goal difference, will look to secure maximum points in Angola to keep their hopes alive.
Group B: Berkane’s Continued Dominance
Moroccan giants RS Berkane, already through to the quarter-finals with an unblemished record of 12 points, visit Angola’s CD Lunda Sul. Lunda Sul, with just one point, is out of contention. Meanwhile, the battle for the second qualification spot heats up as South Africa’s Stellenbosch FC (6 points) hosts Mali’s Stade Malien (4 points). Both teams understand the significance of a win in this closely contested group, with Stellenbosch looking to capitalize on home advantage.
Group C: USM Alger Faces a Tough Challenge
Defending champions USM Alger travel to Botswana to face Orapa United in a bid to consolidate their lead at the top of Group C. Alger, with 8 points, must navigate a competitive group that also includes Ivorian side ASEC Mimosas and Senegalese club Jaraaf de Dakar, both on 5 points. ASEC visits Jaraaf in Senegal in a critical clash likely to shape the group’s standings heading into the final matchday.
Group D: Zamalek and Al-Masry in Pole Position
Egyptian side Zamalek, the reigning champions, aim to secure their place in the quarter-finals as they host Mozambique’s Black Bulls in Cairo. Zamalek leads the group with 8 points, while compatriots Al-Masry (5 points) face Nigeria’s Enyimba, who are level with the Black Bulls on points. Both fixtures are pivotal in determining which teams advance to the next round, with all four teams still in contention.
Matchday 5 Fixtures
Group A
- 13:00: CD Lunda Sul (Ang) vs. RS Berkane (Mar), Estádio dos Coqueiros
- 13:00: Onze Bravos (Ang) vs. Simba SC (Tan), Estádio 11 de Novembro
Group B
- 13:00: Stellenbosch (Rsa) vs. Stade Malien (Mli), Danie Craven Stadium
Group C
- 13:00: Orapa United (Bot) vs. USM Alger (Alg), National Stadium
- 16:00: Jaraaf (Sen) vs. ASEC Mimosas (Ivo), Stade Lat Dior
Group D
- 16:00: Black Bulls (Moz) vs. Zamalek (Egy), Cairo International Stadium
- 16:00: Enyimba (Nga) vs. Al-Masry (Egy), Enyimba International Stadium
All time in GMT.
With everything to play for, Matchday 5 promises thrilling encounters as the CAF Confederation Cup edges closer to its decisive stages. Football fans across the continent will be glued to the action as teams battle for survival and glory.
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