CAF Cup: Quarter-finals objectives for Wydad and USM Algiers, complete Day 4 fixtures
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All original articlesThe 4th day of the Confederation Cup (CAF Cup) takes place this Sunday on the continent with major stakes for this return phase. If Wydad Casablanca and USM Algiers can validate their tickets for the quarter-finals in case of victories tonight, others like Zamalek or even Kaizer Chiefs must still wait.
Wydad on a mission in Lubumbashi
Unbeaten since the beginning of this group stage, Wydad Athletic Club, solid leader of Group B with 3 wins in 3 matches, can already qualify for the quarter-finals. To do this, the Moroccans must win in Lubumbashi against Maniema Union, second in the standings with 6 points. With no goals conceded so far, the men of Mohamed Amine Benhachem advance in serenity and a victory against their direct pursuer would seal their qualification for the next round. Hakim Ziyech was spared for this trip.
Remote duel between USM Alger and OC Safi
In Group A, USM Alger, leader with 9 points, moves to Bamako to challenge Djoliba, the latter with three defeats in as many games so far. A victory there too would allow the Algerians to validate their qualification for the quarters. But it will then be necessary to wait until the end of the group stage to determine their position since a victory for Olympique Club Safi (6 points) against FC San Pedro will extend the suspense for the final classification.
Egyptian Derby between Al Masry and Zamalek
Even if he remains unbeaten (5 points), Zamalek does not reassure in this group stage. The White Knights are second in Group D, behind Al Masry, leader with 7 units. This shock will allow Motamed Gamal’s men to pass again those of Nabil El Kouki or to completely move away, after the draw (1-1) last week. A new draw could benefit Kaizer Chiefs (4 points) who faces the last of the Group, Zesco United who has lost their three matches so far.
The complete fixtures (GMT hours)
12h: Maniema Union - Wydad Casablanca
13h: Stellenbosch - CR Belouizdad
13h: AS Otoho from Oyo - Singida Black Stars
1 PM: Kaizer Chiefs - ZESCO United
16h: Azam FC - Nairobi United
16h: Djoliba - USM Algiers
19h: Al Masry - Zamalek
19h: OC Safi - San Pedro