RSB Berkane Drawn into Tough Group for CAF Confederation Cup
Renaissance Berkane Drawn into Tough CAF Confederation Cup Group
The draw for the group stage of the CAF Confederation Cup took place in Cairo, Egypt, on Monday, setting the stage for a thrilling battle for African football supremacy.
Moroccan side Renaissance Berkane, known for their spirited performances in continental competitions, find themselves in a challenging Group B. They will face stiff competition from South Africa’s Stellenbosch, Mali’s Stade Malien, and Angola’s Luanda Sol.
Berkane, crowned champions in 2020 and 2022, will be aiming to leverage their experience and tactical prowess to navigate this challenging group. However, they will need to be at their best against formidable opponents. Stellenbosch, for instance, finished third in the South African Premier Division last season, showcasing their ability to compete at a high level.
The group stage promises to be a captivating spectacle, with each team vying for the top two spots that guarantee progression to the knockout stages.
Here’s a look at the complete group stage draw:
Group A: Simba (Tanzania), CS Sfaxien (Tunisia), CS Constantine (Algeria), Bravos do Maquis (Angola)
Group B: Renaissance Berkane (Morocco), Stade Malien (Mali), Stellenbosch (South Africa), Luanda Sol (Angola)
Group C: USM Alger (Algeria), ASEC Mimosas (Ivory Coast), Jaraaf (Senegal), Orapa United (Botswana)
Group D: Zamalek (Egypt), Al Masry (Egypt), Enyimba (Nigeria), Black Bulls (Mozambique)
The CAF Confederation Cup, Africa’s secondary club football competition, consistently delivers exciting football and showcases emerging talent. This year’s edition is shaping up to be no different, with Berkane’s group promising a particularly captivating battle for supremacy.