Zamalek Begin African Journey Against AS Port.. A New Road Toward Champions League Glory
Zamalek SC will begin their 2026-2027 CAF Champions League campaign against Djibouti’s AS Port in the first preliminary round, with big ambitions to return strongly to African competition and fight for the continental title.
⚽ Zamalek Open a New Chapter in the CAF Champions League
The draw for the first preliminary round of the 2026-2027 CAF Champions League has placed Egyptian giants Zamalek SC against Djibouti side AS Port, as the White Knights begin their journey toward competing for Africa’s most prestigious club trophy.
Zamalek enter the competition aiming for a strong start that can provide the team with confidence before facing tougher challenges in the upcoming rounds, especially as the club looks to restore its continental status and return to the African podium after several difficult seasons. ⭐
🏆 First Challenge Against Djibouti Champions
Zamalek will face AS Port in the opening preliminary round, with the winner set to meet the winner of the match between DR Congo’s Eagles and Rwanda’s Army FC in the second preliminary round.
The technical staff understands the importance of handling this match with full concentration, as preliminary rounds often include surprises and require strong physical and tactical preparation to secure qualification.
The White Knights are currently working on preparing the squad in the best possible way, aiming to enter the African campaign with maximum readiness and secure a place in the group stage while keeping their title ambitions alive. 🔥
📅 Zamalek’s CAF Champions League Schedule
The Confederation of African Football has announced the dates for the preliminary rounds, with first-leg matches of the opening round scheduled between September 4 and 6, while return fixtures will take place between September 11 and 13.
If Zamalek advance, they will participate in the second preliminary round, with first-leg matches scheduled between October 16 and 18, followed by the return matches between October 23 and 25.
After these stages, the qualified teams for the group stage will be determined, with the group phase expected to take place from November 2026 until January 2027.
📢 Zamalek’s Continental Dream
The CAF Champions League remains one of Zamalek’s biggest targets, especially with the club’s rich history in African football and previous continental achievements.
The club’s management and coaching staff are hoping to build a competitive squad capable of fighting on both domestic and African fronts by combining experienced players with young talents.
Zamalek aim to deliver strong performances in Africa, especially as competition has become increasingly difficult with the rapid development of clubs across the continent. ✨
🔥 Egyptian Competition in the Champions League
Zamalek and Pyramids represent Egyptian football in the new edition of the CAF Champions League after finishing among the top teams in the domestic league.
Both clubs will begin from the first preliminary round, while only three teams received direct qualification to the next stage: Morocco’s RS Berkane, Tunisia’s Esperance, and South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns.
Egyptian football fans are eagerly waiting for the African campaigns, hoping for strong performances and a return to continental dominance.
🏁 Conclusion
Zamalek’s African journey begins in Djibouti against AS Port, but the ultimate goal remains competing for the title and adding another achievement to the club’s legendary continental history.
Can the White Knights write a new chapter of African glory? Share your predictions about Zamalek’s Champions League journey. ⚽🏆
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