CAF Confederation Cup
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The CAF Confederation Cup is Africa's second-tier men's club football competition, bringing together clubs from across the continent to compete for an important continental trophy. USM Alger are the current champions, after defeating Zamalek 8-7 on penalties in the 2025/26 final to win the competition for the second time. The Algerian side also secured a place in the 2026 CAF Super Cup against the CAF Champions League winners.
What's new in CAF Confederation Cup 2026/27?
The 2026/27 competition begins with 56 clubs in the preliminary rounds. Eight of the highest-ranked teams receive a bye into the second preliminary round, while the other 48 clubs compete in 24 two-legged ties in the first preliminary round. The 24 winners then join the eight exempted teams to form the 32-club second preliminary round.
The 16 winners from the second preliminary round advance to the group stage. The group phase features four groups of four teams, with clubs competing across six matchdays before the knockout stage begins. This format gives teams from across Africa a route to the latter stages while providing established continental sides with another opportunity to compete for silverware.
The 2026/27 campaign begins with the first preliminary-round ties from September 4 to 6, followed by the return legs from September 11 to 13. The second preliminary round takes place in October, while the group stage runs from November 27, 2026 to January 24, 2027. The quarter-finals and semi-finals follow in February, March and April, with the final scheduled between May 9 and May 31, 2027.
CAF Confederation Cup 2026/27 top 3 title contenders
USM Alger
The defending champions begin the new campaign as one of the leading contenders after winning their second Confederation Cup title in 2025/26. Their recent continental success and experience at this level make USM Alger a team to watch throughout the tournament.
Al Ahly
Al Ahly are one of Africa's most successful clubs and bring extensive continental experience to the competition. Their squad quality and record in CAF tournaments make them one of the strongest potential challengers for the trophy.
Zamalek
Zamalek remain one of the most experienced clubs in African football and have already won the Confederation Cup three times. Despite losing the 2025/26 final to USM Alger on penalties, their continental pedigree makes them a serious contender whenever they compete in the tournament.
CAF Confederation Cup 2026/27 fixtures, results and H2H
Follow the latest CAF Confederation Cup fixtures and results on TrueScore. Check upcoming matches and completed results, while tracking the group standings and comparing teams through head-to-head statistics.
Live results
Stay updated with live CAF Confederation Cup scores and match results as games take place. Track ongoing matches in real time and check final scores throughout the preliminary rounds, group stage and knockout phase.
CAF Confederation Cup fixtures
View upcoming CAF Confederation Cup matches and the complete 2026/27 schedule, from the preliminary rounds through to the final. The group stage runs from November 2026 to January 2027, followed by the quarter-finals, semi-finals and final in 2027.
Standings
Follow the latest CAF Confederation Cup standings for all four groups. See each club's position, points, goal difference, wins, draws and defeats, while tracking which teams are advancing to the knockout stage.
H2H
Compare two CAF Confederation Cup teams through head-to-head statistics, including previous meetings, results and recent records. H2H data provides useful context when clubs from different African leagues meet during the competition.
The 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup promises another competitive battle for African club football's second-tier continental trophy, with USM Alger defending their crown against Zamalek, Al Ahly and other leading clubs from across the continent. Follow the CAF Confederation Cup fixtures, results, standings, H2H stats, and news throughout the season on TrueScore.
