South African Clubs Eye Momentum in CAF Group Stage Before AFCON 2025 Break

The second round of group-stage fixtures in the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League 2025/26 and TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup 2025/26 takes center stage this weekend, giving clubs a final chance to strengthen their positions before the pause for the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025.

Sundowns Target Early Control in Champions League

South African giants Mamelodi Sundowns, embarking on their 11th consecutive group-stage campaign, will look to build on their opening win when they travel to Algeria for a tricky clash against MC Alger on Friday.

Having started strongly, the Brazilians aim to stamp authority on Group C before the continental showpiece interrupts proceedings. Elsewhere in the group, Al Hilal visit St Éloi Lupopo in DR Congo on Sunday.

Chiefs Seek Response in Confederation Cup

In the CAF Confederation Cup, Kaizer Chiefs face a high-stakes encounter against Egyptian powerhouse Zamalek in Johannesburg on Saturday.

Amakhosi suffered a setback on Matchday 1 against Al Masry and will be desperate to bounce back at home to keep their qualification hopes alive. Group D remains wide open, with ZESCO United hosting Al Masry on Friday.

Stellenbosch Aim to Build on Dramatic Start

Stellenbosch FC, South Africa’s debutants in continental group-stage football, head to Tanzania for a clash with Singida Black Stars on Sunday.

After snatching a late winner in their opening game, Stellies will be eager to prove they belong among Africa’s elite and maintain momentum in Group C.

Key Fixtures Featuring SA Clubs

CAF Champions League – Group C

• MC Alger vs Mamelodi Sundowns (Friday)
• St Éloi Lupopo vs Al Hilal (Sunday)

CAF Confederation Cup – Group C & D

• Singida Black Stars vs Stellenbosch (Sunday)
• Kaizer Chiefs vs Zamalek (Saturday)