CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup – The quarter-final stage of Africa’s premier club competitions has arrived, bringing thrilling matchups and intense battles for continental supremacy. Teams from across the continent have been drawn against formidable opponents, with fans eagerly anticipating the action that will unfold in April.
The 2024/25 CAF Champions League quarter-final draw has set up some electrifying fixtures, as teams from across the continent prepare for the knockout stage. The highly anticipated draw took place this afternoon at the BEIN Sports studios in Doha, Qatar, one of CAF’s major broadcasting partners.
CAF Champions League Quarter-Final Draw
Four teams—Al Hilal, ASFAR, Orlando Pirates, and Esperance Sportive de Tunis—entered the draw as group winners and were seeded accordingly. They could not be drawn against each other or against clubs from their respective groups. This setup ensured an exciting mix of matchups for the quarter-finals.
Full Quarter-Final Draw:
- Al Ahly (Egypt) vs Al Hilal (Sudan) – QF1
- Pyramids (Egypt) vs ASFAR (Morocco) – QF2
- Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa) vs Esperance (Tunisia) – QF3
- MC Alger (Algeria) vs Orlando Pirates (South Africa) – QF4
The first legs are scheduled for 1st and 2nd April, with the return legs set to take place a week later on 8th and 9th April.
Semi-Final Draw:
- Winner of QF3 vs Winner of QF1
- Winner of QF4 vs Winner of QF2
South Africa’s two representatives, Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates, face stern tests against Esperance and MC Alger, respectively. Sundowns, one of the tournament favourites, will seek to overcome the Tunisian giants, while Pirates will look to make history by progressing past a strong Algerian side.
CAF Confederation Cup Quarter-Final Draw
Stellenbosch FC has been handed a daunting quarter-final tie against Zamalek, the reigning champions. The South African side made history by advancing to the knockout stages of a continental competition for the first time, but they now face an uphill battle against the Egyptian powerhouse.
Full Quarter-Final Draw:
- Stellenbosch (South Africa) vs Zamalek (Egypt)
- ASEC Mimosas (Ivory Coast) vs RS Berkane (Morocco)
- Club Sportif Constantinois (Algeria) vs USM Alger (Algeria)
- Al Masry SC (Egypt) vs Simba SC (Tanzania)
Stellenbosch will host Zamalek on 2nd April before travelling to Egypt for the return leg seven days later. The winner of this tie will face either Simba SC or Al Masry in the semi-finals.
With their domestic ambitions still in play, Stellenbosch will need to manage their squad efficiently if they are to challenge for both PSL success and continental progression. Facing a team of Zamalek’s pedigree will be a true test of their growth and ambitions.
High Stakes and Exciting Prospects
Both the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup quarter-final ties promise thrilling encounters, with North, West, and Southern African teams vying for continental glory.
The road to the final will be fiercely contested, and fans across the continent will be eagerly watching as these clubs battle for a place in the semi-finals. With the first legs kicking off in early April, the excitement is already building for what promises to be a defining stage in African club football.
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