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The TotalEnergies CAF Champions League is gearing up for its highly anticipated Group Stages after a thrilling conclusion to the Preliminary rounds. Africa’s top 16 football clubs are ready to battle it out on the grandest stage, with fans eager to witness the best of the continent’s footballing talent.
Following two fiercely contested Preliminary rounds, 58 CAF-licensed clubs from across Africa competed for a coveted spot, and now, the elite 16 have been confirmed. These clubs will soon be drawn into four groups of four at the official Group Stage draw, set to take place on Monday, 07 October 2024, at the CAF Headquarters in Cairo.
Reigning Champions Lead the Charge
Leading the charge are Al Ahly SC, record title holders and reigning champions, eager to defend their crown. They are joined by Espérance Sportive de Tunis, last season’s runners-up, both clubs hungry for another chance at glory.
History in the Making
There’s more history to be made, as AS Maniema Union from DR Congo secured their spot in the Group Stages for the first time, after a dramatic win over Angola’s Petro de Luanda. This achievement marks a monumental step for the club, as they now prepare to face Africa’s giants. Joining them is the iconic five-time champion TP Mazembe, looking to add another star to their glittering continental legacy.
Familiar Faces & Rising Stars
Football heavyweights like Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates, and Raja Casablanca are all in the mix, ready to continue their dominance, while new faces such as Sagrada Esperanca of Angola make their return to the competition after an 18-year absence. Angola’s football enthusiasts will surely be rallying behind their side in hopes of witnessing a fairytale run.
Who Will Shine in Africa’s Premier Competition?
The Group Stages promise exciting matchups as Africa’s top clubs collide in their quest for continental glory. Will the giants continue to reign supreme, or will new challengers rise and create upsets?
The journey to the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League final starts here, and as the stakes rise, fans across the continent can expect nothing less than drama, passion, and world-class football.
Qualified Clubs for the Group Stages:
- Al Ahly SC (Egypt)
- Al Hilal SC (Sudan)
- AS FAR (Morocco)
- AS Maniema Union (DR Congo)
- CR Belouizdad (Algeria)
- Djoliba AC De Bamako (Mali)
- GD Sagrada Esperanca (Angola)
- Espérance Sportive de Tunis (Tunisia)
- Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa)
- MC Alger (Algeria)
- Pyramids FC (Egypt)
- Orlando Pirates (South Africa)
- Raja Casablanca (Morocco)
- Stade d’Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire)
- TP Mazembe (DR Congo)
- Young Africans SC (Tanzania)
Who will reign supreme and lift the trophy? The countdown to glory begins now!
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