CAF Champions League Semis Sealed
The road to continental glory is heating up, and the final four of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League 2025/26 are officially confirmed after a weekend packed with drama, tension, and late heartbreak across Africa.
South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns are flying the flag high alongside Tunisia’s Espérance Sportive de Tunis, while Morocco dominates the conversation with both FAR Rabat and RS Berkane booking their spots in the semi-finals.
And now, the stage is set.
Sundowns vs Esperance: A Clash of Heavyweights
One of the continent’s biggest rivalries in recent years takes centre stage as Sundowns go head-to-head with Esperance in what promises to be a tactical and high-intensity battle.
Despite a 2-0 loss away to Stade Malien, Sundowns showed their class over two legs. Their dominant 3-0 win in Pretoria proved decisive, sealing a 3-2 aggregate victory and securing yet another semi-final appearance.
Esperance, meanwhile, delivered a statement performance. Facing African giants Al Ahly in Cairo, the Tunisian powerhouse held their nerve in a chaotic encounter. After coming from behind, they struck deep into stoppage time to claim a thrilling 3-2 win on the night and a 4-2 aggregate triumph—sending the record champions crashing out.
Make no mistake: Esperance are hunting title number five, and they look ready.
Moroccan Derby Guarantees a Finalist
On the other side of the bracket, Morocco will definitely have a representative in the final—and it’s all down to a fierce domestic showdown.
FAR Rabat knocked out defending champions Pyramids FC with a composed and clinical display. After a balanced first leg, Rabat went to Cairo and got the job done, winning 2-1 to seal a 3-2 aggregate victory.
They now face RS Berkane, who left it late—very late. With the tie hanging in the balance against Al Hilal, Berkane struck in the 93rd minute to snatch victory and book their place in the semis in dramatic fashion.
Semi-Final Fixtures (April)
First Leg:
- Esperance vs Mamelodi Sundowns
- FAR Rabat vs RS Berkane
Second Leg:
- RS Berkane vs FAR Rabat
- Mamelodi Sundowns vs Esperance
With giants colliding and national pride on the line, the CAF Champions League is heading for a blockbuster finish. One thing is certain—Africa is in for a thrilling ride to the final.
