The draw for the group stage of the African Confederation Cup has placed Libyan side Al-Ahli Tripoli in Group B alongside Moroccan team Raja CA, Tanzanian side Azam FC, and South African team Dribben City. The draw took place at the Confederation of African Football headquarters in Cairo on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. A total of 16 teams were divided into four groups for the competition.
The group stage of the Confederation Cup is set to begin in late November, with the exact dates being November 27-29. The second matchday will take place between December 4-6, while the third matchday will be held from December 18-20. The competition will continue into January 2027, with the fourth matchday scheduled for January 8-10, the fifth for January 15-17, and the sixth and final matchday for January 22-24.
Al-Ahli Tripoli's participation in the Confederation Cup comes as part of Libyan football's ongoing development. The team has been preparing for the competition and will look to make a strong impression in the group stage. The Libyan side will face stiff competition from Raja CA, Azam FC, and Dribben City, who will all be looking to advance to the knockout stages.
The Confederation Cup is one of Africa's premier club competitions, featuring teams from across the continent. The competition provides a platform for teams to showcase their skills and compete against top-level opposition. For Al-Ahli Tripoli, the Confederation Cup represents an opportunity to test themselves against the best teams in Africa and gain valuable experience.
Raja CA, Al-Ahli Tripoli's opponent from Morocco, is a well-established team with a strong record in African competitions. The Moroccan side will be looking to make a deep run in the Confederation Cup and will provide a tough test for Al-Ahli Tripoli. Azam FC from Tanzania and Dribben City from South Africa will also be looking to cause upsets and advance to the knockout stages.
The Confederation Cup group stage draw has set the stage for an exciting competition, with several teams looking to make a strong impression. Al-Ahli Tripoli will be looking to use the competition to gain experience and build on their recent performances. The team's fans will be eagerly anticipating the matches and hoping for a successful campaign.
The African Confederation Cup is a highly competitive tournament, and Al-Ahli Tripoli's participation is a significant achievement for Libyan football. The team's performance in the competition will be closely watched by fans and pundits alike, and the team will be looking to make a positive impact on the African football scene.
Key points
- Al-Ahli Tripoli to face Raja CA, Azam FC, and Dribben City in Confederation Cup group stage.
