TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup: Matchday 6 | Round-up of final group stage matches
The TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup group stage came to a dramatic end as teams battled for qualification and pride.
Here's a group-by-group breakdown of the action, results, and standings from Matchday 6.
Group A: Simba Tops, Constantine Advances Despite Defeat
Simba SC ensured they finished as Group A winners with a convincing 2-0 victory over CS Constantine. Goals from Kibu Denis and Leonel Ateba highlighted Simba's dominance, as their solid tactical approach stifled Constantine’s creativity. With this win, Simba tallied 13 points, finishing a point ahead of their Algerian counterparts.
In a contrasting fixture, CS Sfaxien routed Bravos do Maquis 4-0 in a commanding display, including two own goals from the Angolan side. Despite their emphatic victory, Sfaxien’s poor earlier performances saw them finish last with three points. Bravos, on four points, also bowed out.
Results:
- Simba 2-0 Constantine
- Sfaxien 4-0 Bravos
Final Standings:
- Simba SC - 13 pts*
- CS Constantine - 12 pts*
- Bravos do Maquis - 4 pts
- CS Sfaxien - 3 pts
Group B: Berkane Shines as Stellenbosch Joins Them
AS Berkane stamped their authority with a resounding 5-0 win over Stellenbosch. Goals from Lamlioui, Mehri, Bassène, and Zoughdi showcased their attacking prowess, securing top spot with 14 points.
Despite the heavy defeat, Stellenbosch progressed as runners-up, thanks to their earlier performances. Stade Malien fell 1-0 to Deportivo Luanda-Sul, whose solitary goal from JB Cassicote earned them pride but no qualification.
Results:
- Berkane 5-0 Stellenbosch
- Stade Malien 0-1 Deportivo Luanda-Sul
Final Standings:
- AS Berkane - 14 pts*
- Stellenbosch - 9 pts*
- Deportivo Luanda-Sul - 7 pts
- Stade Malien - 4 pts
Group C: USM Alger Leads, ASEC Secures Qualification
USM Alger edged ASC Jaraaf 2-0 with late goals from Belkacemi and Redouani to seal their top spot in Group C with 14 points. Their disciplined performance highlighted their title credentials.
ASEC Mimosas delivered a stellar 4-0 win against Orapa United, driven by Ecua's brace and strikes from Djédjé and Diarrassouba. The victory propelled them to the quarter-finals, finishing second with eight points.
Results:
- USM Alger 2-0 Jaraaf
- ASEC 4-0 Orapa United
Final Standings:
- USM Alger - 14 pts*
- ASEC Mimosas - 8 pts*
- ASC Jaraaf - 5 pts
- Orapa United - 3 pts
Group D: Zamalek and Al-Masry Power Through
Zamalek maintained their unbeaten run with a 3-1 win over Enyimba, led by Jaziri’s brace and a Shikabala strike. Topping Group D with 14 points, the Egyptian giants underlined their continental aspirations.
Al-Masry secured their spot with a 3-1 victory over Black Bulls Maputo, thanks to a hat-trick by Fakhreddine Ben Youssef. The win lifted them to second with nine points, while Maputo and Enyimba were eliminated.
Results:
- Zamalek 3-1 Enyimba
- Al-Masry 3-1 Black Bulls
Final Standings:
- Zamalek - 14 pts*
- Al-Masry - 9 pts*
- Enyimba - 4 pts
- Black Bulls Maputo - 3 pts
*Teams that have qualified for the quarter-finals of the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup