The TotalEnergies CAF Champions League has concluded its group stage matches, finalizing the eight clubs that will compete in the knockout rounds.
The completion of Match Day 6 saw Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa and MC Alger from Algeria securing the final qualifying spots in dramatic fashion.
The quarter-final lineup presents a strong mix of experienced champions and emerging challengers. Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly SC, the current title holders, lead the pack as they pursue their 13th championship. They are joined by fellow Egyptian side Pyramids FC, who have emerged as one of the tournament's surprise performers and will be making their first appearance in the knockout stages.
The qualified teams represent six nations across North and South Africa: Egypt (Al Ahly SC and Pyramids), South Africa (Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates), along with single representatives from Sudan (Al Hilal), Morocco (AS FAR), Tunisia (Espérance Sportive de Tunis), and Algeria (MC Alger).
Among the qualifiers, six clubs have previously claimed the prestigious trophy. Espérance Sportive de Tunis stands out with four titles, while AS FAR, Mamelodi Sundowns, MC Alger, and Orlando Pirates each have won the competition once. Al Hilal and Pyramids FC, despite their lack of previous titles, have shown impressive form throughout the group stages and emerge as potential dark horses in the knockout rounds.
The tournament, which continues to see significant growth in recent seasons, remains Africa's most prestigious club competition. The knockout stages are scheduled to begin in March, with CAF set to announce the quarter-final draw details in the coming weeks.
This thrilling conclusion to the group stages sets the stage for what promises to be an exciting knockout phase, as these eight teams vie for continental supremacy in African club football.
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