Zamalek vs AS Sport: Match Date, Kickoff Time and TV Channel
Find out the date and kickoff time for Zamalek’s match against Djibouti champions AS Sport in the 2026-27 CAF Champions League and the expected TV coverage.
Zamalek fans are eagerly awaiting the team’s opening CAF Champions League fixture against Djibouti champions AS Sport in the 2026-27 season.
The match has attracted significant attention among the White Knights’ supporters, who hope to see the team make a strong start to its African campaign and compete for a return to continental glory.
When Is Zamalek vs AS Sport?
Zamalek will face AS Sport of Djibouti on Friday, September 4, 2026, in the first preliminary round of the CAF Champions League.
Kickoff is scheduled for 8:00 PM Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Lebanon and Palestine time.
The match will begin at 9:00 PM UAE and Oman time, while kickoff is scheduled for 6:00 PM in Tunisia, Morocco and Algeria.
Zamalek will be looking for a positive result to gain an advantage ahead of the return fixture.
Zamalek’s Kit for the Match
The technical meeting confirmed the kits that both teams will wear during the game.
Zamalek will play in its alternative black shirt and black shorts, while the goalkeeper will wear yellow.
AS Sport will wear a red shirt and red shorts, with its goalkeeper expected to wear white.
TV Channel Broadcasting Zamalek vs AS Sport
On Sport Egypt is expected to be among the channels broadcasting Zamalek’s CAF Champions League match against AS Sport.
Both the first-leg and return fixtures are set to be played in Egypt following a request from Zamalek’s management and approval from the Confederation of African Football and the Djiboutian side.
Zamalek supporters are therefore preparing to follow the team’s first African appearance of the new season as the club looks to begin its Champions League campaign with a strong result.
Zamalek’s CAF Champions League Ambitions
Zamalek enters the competition hoping to produce strong performances and advance through the preliminary rounds toward the later stages of the tournament.
The opening match will be particularly important, with the Egyptian side aiming to secure the best possible result before the return leg and strengthen its chances of progressing to the next round.
When is Zamalek vs AS Sport?
The match will be played on Friday, September 4, 2026.
What time does Zamalek vs AS Sport start in Egypt?
Kickoff is scheduled for 8:00 PM Egypt time.
Who are Zamalek’s opponents?
Zamalek will face AS Sport, the champions of Djibouti.
Which channel will broadcast Zamalek vs AS Sport?
On Sport Egypt is expected to be among the broadcasters based on the supplied match details.
Which competition is the match part of?
The fixture is part of the first preliminary round of the 2026-27 CAF Champions League.
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