{"id":66894,"date":"2026-02-18T20:16:09","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T20:16:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/lesotho\/all-news\/caf-confederation-cup-quarter-final-fixtures-confirmed"},"modified":"2026-02-18T20:56:44","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T20:56:44","slug":"caf-confederation-cup-quarter-final-fixtures-confirmed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/lesotho\/all-news\/caf-confederation-cup-quarter-final-fixtures-confirmed","title":{"rendered":"CAF Confederation Cup Quarter-Final Fixtures Confirmed"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Lesotho. <\/strong> <\/span>Following the confirmation of the quarter-final fixtures for the CAF Confederation Cup the road to continental glory has taken a decisive turn.<\/p>\n<p>Eight clubs remain in contention, and the matchups promise a blend of North African intensity, West African ambition, and Central African resilience as the tournament edges closer to its climax.<\/p>\n<p>Egypt\u2019s Al Masry SC will face Algerian powerhouse CR Belouizdad in what is expected to be a fiercely contested tie. Both sides bring continental experience and tactical discipline, setting the stage for a battle defined by fine margins.<\/p>\n<p>Moroccan side Olympic Club Safi have been drawn against compatriots Wydad AC in an all-Moroccan showdown. With domestic familiarity comes added pressure, and this clash guarantees at least one Moroccan representative in the semifinals.<\/p>\n<p>Elsewhere, AS Otoho\u0302 will test their credentials against Egyptian giants Zamalek SC. Zamalek\u2019s pedigree in African competition makes them formidable opponents, but AS Otoho\u0302 have proven they are no pushovers on the continental stage.<\/p>\n<p>In the final quarter-final pairing, DR Congo\u2019s AS Maniema Union go head-to-head with Algeria\u2019s USM Alger. With both sides known for their physicality and tactical structure, the tie could hinge on moments of individual brilliance.<\/p>\n<p>The Confederation Cup has once again delivered compelling fixtures that underline the depth and competitiveness of African club football.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Lesotho<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Lesotho. Following the confirmation of the quarter-final fixtures for the CAF Confederation Cup the road to continental glory has taken a decisive turn. Eight clubs remain in contention, and the matchups promise a blend of North African intensity, West African ambition, and Central African resilience as the tournament edges closer to its climax. 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