2025/26 CAF Champions League Previews, Predictions & Tips
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CAF Champions League Betting Tips
The significance of Africa's premier continental club competition is not lost on South African football fans, as Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns are past winners of the tournament. We at Bets.co.za have put together a guide containing important information you need to know before betting on the CAF Champions League.
2025/26 CAF Champions League Betting Odds
Various bookmakers offer CAF Champions League odds. As of 31 December 2024, the outright winner odds are not yet available. We will update you as soon as they are.
2025/26 CAF Champions League Fixtures
The draw for the Second Qualifying Round of the 2026-27 CAF Champions League has taken place. The fixtures are as follows:
| Fixture | 1st Leg | 2nd Leg |
|---|---|---|
| Wiliete de Benguela vs Mamelodi Sundowns FC | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
| Scottland FC vs Atletico Petroleos | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
| African Stars vs Orlando Pirates FC | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
| 15 de Agosto OR Fomboni FC de Moheli vs Simba SC | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
| CFFA vs Young Africans | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
| Swehly SC vs E.S.T | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
| APR FC vs Zamalek SC | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
| El Merreikh SC Bentiu vs Pyramids FC | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
| Sidaama Buna FC vs Al Hilal SC | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
| Star Sport Academy vs RS Berkane | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
| MAS Fès vs ASEC Mimosas | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
| Tengueth FC vs Colombe Sportive DL | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
| Rangers Int'l FC vs MC Alger | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
| FC San Pedro vs FC Nouadhibou | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
| Horoya AC vs Al Merreikh SC | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
| TP Mazembe vs Club Africain | 16–18 Oct | 23–25 Oct |
2025/26 CAF Champions League Results
Once the CAF Champions League gets underway, we will keep you updated with all the latest results.
2025/26 CAF Champions League Tables
Below you can find the Groups for the 2025/26 CAF Champions League. We will update all the groups below and keep track of them throughout the season. The top two teams in each group will progress to the quarter-finals.
Last update: 15 February 2026
Group A
| Team | P | W | D | L | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pyramids | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 16 |
| RSB Berkane | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| Power Dynamos | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 |
| Rivers United | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
Group B
| Team | P | W | D | L | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Ahly | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 10 |
| AS Far Rabat | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| Young Africans | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8 |
| JS Kabylie | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Group C
| Team | P | W | D | L | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Hilal Omdurman | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
| Mamelodi Sundowns | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| MC Alger | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 |
| Saint-Eloi Lupopo | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
Group D
| Team | P | W | D | L | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stade Malien | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
| Esperance | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| Petro de Luanda | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| Simba SC | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
CAF Champions League News
Keeping up to date with the latest news concerning CAF Champions League clubs is vital for those looking to bet on the competition. Punters are advised to follow news sources not just from South Africa, but also elsewhere on the continent.
CAF Champions League FAQ
- How many teams participate in the CAF Champions League?
After the preliminary qualification, 16 teams go into the CAF Champions League final draw. The top two in each group progress to quarter-finals. The quarter-finals, semi-finals and final are played over two legs with the away goals rules used.
- Has a South African team ever won the CAF Champions League?
Yes, both Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns are former winners of the CAF Champions League. Pirates lifted the trophy in 1995, and Sundowns last won the CAF Champions League in 2016 under coach Pitso Mosimane.
- When is the CAF Champions League played?
The CAF Champions League is played annually with the group stage starting in November every year.
