CAF Confederation Cup 2026-27: How the Groups Were Drawn
The 2026-27 CAF Confederation Cup groups are set, with Al Ahly, Raja Casablanca, AS FAR, and USM Alger among the clubs competing for the title in Africa's second-most prestigious continental club competition.
The 2026-27 CAF Confederation Cup is taking shape following the draw held on Wednesday, October 28, in Cairo, Egypt, where the group stage matchups were determined.
The competition will feature 16 teams divided into four groups, although one remaining spot in Group C has yet to be confirmed.
Among the most notable clubs are Al Ahly, Raja Club Athletic, and USM Alger, all looking to secure a place in the knockout rounds.
The draw produced matchups between clubs from different regions of the continent, including representatives from Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Tanzania, and South Africa.
How the Four CAF Confederation Cup Groups Were Drawn
The group stage lineup is as follows:
Group A
- Al Ahly (Egypt)
- Raja Club Athletic (Morocco)
- ASKO de Kara (Togo)
- Primeiro de Agosto (Angola)
Group B
- AS FAR (Morocco)
- Azam FC (Tanzania)
- Al Ahly Tripoli (Libya)
- Durban City (South Africa)
Group C
- CR Belouizdad (Algeria) or AS Douanes (to be confirmed)
- AS Maniema Union (Democratic Republic of the Congo)
- Singida Black Stars (Tanzania)
- Red Arrows FC (Zambia)
Group D
- USM Alger (Algeria)
- CS Sfaxien (Tunisia)
- Black Bulls (Mozambique)
- Real de Bamako (Mali)
Which Is the Toughest Group in the CAF Confederation Cup?
One of the most competitive sections could be Group A, where Al Ahly and Raja Club Athletic will face ASKO de Kara and Primeiro de Agosto.
Group B also features intriguing matchups, particularly with AS FAR, Azam FC, and Al Ahly Tripoli among the contenders.
Meanwhile, Group D will feature USM Alger and CS Sfaxien, two clubs looking to use their experience against Black Bulls and Real de Bamako.
In Group C, the final spot remains undecided, with either CR Belouizdad or AS Douanes set to complete the lineup.
When Does the CAF Confederation Cup Group Stage Begin?
The group stage is scheduled to begin between November 27 and 29, 2026.
Each club will play six matches, three at home and three away, against its group opponents.
The top two teams from each group will advance to the quarterfinals, where the battle for the continental title will continue.
Key Takeaways
- The 2026-27 CAF Confederation Cup will feature four groups of four teams.
- Al Ahly, AS FAR, USM Alger, and Raja Club Athletic are among the notable participants.
- Group C still has one spot to be decided between CR Belouizdad and AS Douanes.
- The group stage will begin between November 27 and 29, 2026.
- The top two teams from each group will advance to the quarterfinals.
