The Club Sportif Sfaxien, a Tunisian football club, has learned its opponents for the group stage of the CAF Confederation Cup. Following a draw held on October 28 in Cairo, CS Sfaxien was placed in Group D alongside Algerian side USM Alger, Mozambican team Black Bulls, and Malian club AS Real Bamako. This draw sets the stage for an exciting matchup between CS Sfaxien and USM Alger, the defending champions.
The group stage will feature CS Sfaxien competing against three teams from different countries and leagues. In addition to USM Alger, the club will face Black Bulls, representing Mozambique, and AS Real Bamako from Mali. These matches will take CS Sfaxien to various destinations as they compete in the tournament. As a three-time winner of the CAF Confederation Cup, CS Sfaxien aims to continue its African campaign and advance to the knockout stages.
The group stage is scheduled to begin in November 2026 and will run until January 2027. A total of 16 teams have been divided into four groups of four clubs each. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the quarterfinals. CS Sfaxien's group, Group D, consists of USM Alger, Black Bulls, and AS Real Bamako.
The other groups for the CAF Confederation Cup are as follows: Group A features Al Ahly from Egypt, Raja Casablanca from Morocco, AS Kara from Togo, and Primeiro de Agosto from Angola. Group B includes AS FAR from Morocco, Azam FC from Tanzania, Al Ahli Tripoli from Libya, and Durban City from South Africa. Group C comprises the winner of CR Belouizdad – AS Douanes/Hafia FC, AS Maniema Union from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Singida Black Stars from Tanzania, and Red Arrows from Zambia.
The group stage schedule is as follows: Matchday 1 will take place from November 27-29, 2026, Matchday 2 from December 4-6, 2026, Matchday 3 from December 18-20, 2026, Matchday 4 from January 8-10, 2027, Matchday 5 from January 15-17, 2027, and Matchday 6 from January 22-24, 2027.
CS Sfaxien's participation in the group stage marks a significant milestone for the club, which has a rich history in African competitions. The team's performance in the CAF Confederation Cup will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike. With a challenging group ahead, CS Sfaxien will need to be at its best to secure a spot in the quarterfinals.
The draw for the CAF Confederation Cup group stage has set the stage for an exciting tournament. CS Sfaxien's matchup against USM Alger, Black Bulls, and AS Real Bamako promises to be a thrilling experience for fans. The team's journey in the competition will be a key storyline to follow in the coming months.
Key points
- CS Sfaxien drawn into Group D with USM Alger, Black Bulls, and AS Real Bamako
- Group stage to begin in November 2026 and run until January 2027
- Top two teams from each group to qualify for the quarterfinals
