CurrentReport Blog The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially unveiled the dates and kick-off times for the highly anticipated CAF Confederation Cup quarter-final fixtures. Football enthusiasts worldwide are gearing up for an exhilarating showdown as the quarter-finals promise to deliver intense action and thrilling encounters.
The quarter-final stage will adopt a riveting two-leg format, ensuring a gripping battle for supremacy on the pitch. The initial leg of fixtures is scheduled to commence on Saturday, March 31, while the return leg will take place on Saturday, April 7.
Kicking off the quarter-final spectacle, Nigeria’s pride, Rivers United, will play host to the reigning champions, USMA of Algeria, at the iconic Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. Football aficionados can expect a clash of titans as these two formidable teams vie for supremacy.
In another captivating showdown, former champions Stade Malien will lock horns with Ghana’s resilient Dreams FC in a Saturday afternoon showdown in Bamako. Expect fireworks on the field as both teams leave no stone unturned to secure victory and advance to the next stage.
As the sun sets, the Martyrs of Benina Stadium will witness a thrilling late-evening encounter between Abu Salim and former champions RS Berkane. Football fans can anticipate a spectacle filled with skill, determination, and tactical prowess as these two sides battle it out for supremacy.
The excitement reaches fever pitch as the highly anticipated Egyptian derby takes center stage to conclude the first leg of the quarter-finals. Future FC will face off against former champions Zamalek SC at the Al Salam Stadium in a clash that promises to be nothing short of electrifying. Expect a rollercoaster of emotions as these fierce rivals go head-to-head for glory and bragging rights.
FULL SCHEDULE
Saturday, 31 March | First Leg Fixtures
16h00 GMT | Rivers United FC v USM Alger
17h00 GMT | Stade Malien v Dreams FC
19h00 GMT | Abu Salim SC v RS Berkane
19h00 GMT | Future FC v Zamalek SC
Sunday, 07 April | Second Leg Fixtures
16h00 GMT | Dreams FC v Stade Malien
19h00 GMT | Zamalek v Future FC
21h00 GMT | RS Berkane v Abu Salim SC
21h00 GMT | USM Alger v Rivers United
