The race for continental supremacy has reached its climax as the semi-final fixtures of the CAF Champions League 2025/26 season have been confirmed following a gripping quarter-final stage.
South African giants Mamelodi Sundowns will take on Tunisia’s Esperance Sportive de Tunis in a high-stakes clash between two of Africa’s most consistent sides, while Morocco is assured of a finalist as FAR Rabat face off against RS Berkane in an all-Moroccan semi-final.
The last-four ties will be played over two legs in April, with each team aiming to secure a place in the final of Africa’s premier club competition.
Mamelodi Sundowns progressed to a fourth consecutive semi-final despite falling 2-0 away to Stade Malien in Bamako, having done enough in the first leg where they won 3-0 in Pretoria to advance 3-2 on aggregate.
Esperance Sportive de Tunis produced one of the standout results of the round after eliminating record champions Al Ahly in Cairo. The Tunisian side came from behind to win 3-2 on the night, sealing a 4-2 aggregate victory with a dramatic stoppage-time goal and boosting their hopes of a fifth continental title.
In another quarter-final, FAR Rabat ended the title defence of Pyramids FC. After a 1-1 draw in the first leg, FAR Rabat secured a 2-1 win in Cairo to progress 3-2 on aggregate.
RS Berkane booked their place in the semi-finals in dramatic fashion, scoring a late winner to defeat Al Hilal. With the tie level from the first leg, Berkane’s 93rd-minute strike earned a 1-0 victory and a 2-1 aggregate success.
Semi-final Fixtures (April 2026)
First Leg
Esperance Sportive de Tunis vs Mamelodi Sundowns
FAR Rabat vs RS Berkane
Second Leg
RS Berkane vs FAR Rabat
Mamelodi Sundowns vs Esperance Sportive de Tunis
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