The anticipation for the 2024/25 TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup Group Stage has intensified following the conclusion of the draw in Cairo. A host of top clubs are set to battle for continental glory, with some tantalizing matchups already on the cards.
Defending champions Zamalek SC, drawn in Group D, will face Al Masry, Enyimba FC from Nigeria, and Black Bulls from Mozambique. Zamalek, with their rich history, will be eager to retain their title.
In Group C, USM Alger of Algeria leads the pack, with tough competition from ASEC Mimosas of Ivory Coast, ASC Jaraaf from Senegal, and Orapa United of Botswana.
Group B features two-time champions RS Berkane from Morocco, alongside Stade Malien of Mali, Stellenbosch FC of South Africa (making their tournament debut), and CD Lunda Sul from Angola.
The toughest pool, dubbed the “Group of Death,” is Group A, featuring Simba SC from Tanzania, CS Sfaxien of Tunisia, CS Constantine from Algeria, and Bravos do Maquis from Angola.
The competition kicks off in November, running through to January 2025, as the continent’s elite clubs vie for a place in the knockout rounds.
| Group A | Group B | Group C | Group D |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simba SC (Tanzania) | RS Berkane (Morocco) | USM Alger (Algeria) | Zamalek SC (Egypt) |
| CS Sfaxien (Tunisia) | Stade Malien (Mali) | ASEC Mimosas (Cote d’Ivoire) | Al Masry (Egypt) |
| CS Constantine (Algeria) | Stellenbosch FC (South Africa) | ASC Jaraaf (Senegal) | Enyimba FC (Nigeria) |
| Bravos do Maquis (Angola) | CD Lunda Sul (Angola) | Orapa United (Botswana) | Black Bulls (Mozambique) |
This group stage promises thrilling encounters as some of Africa’s finest football clubs battle it out for the prestigious TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup.
TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup Group Stage Fixtures Dates:
| Match Day | 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 |
These are the official dates for each group stage match, setting the stage for exciting football action across the continent.
TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup Group Stage Draw Results:
| Group A | Group B | Group C | Group D |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simba SC (Tanzania) | RS Berkane (Morocco) | USM Alger (Algeria) | Zamalek SC (Egypt) |
| CS Sfaxien (Tunisia) | Stade Malien (Mali) | ASEC Mimosas (Côte d’Ivoire) | Al Masry (Egypt) |
| CS Constantine (Algeria) | Stellenbosch (South Africa) | ASC Jaraaf (Senegal) | Enyimba FC (Nigeria) |
| Bravos do Maquis (Angola) | CD Lunda Sul (Angola) | Orapa United (Botswana) | Black Bulls (Mozambique) |
