Intense Showdowns Ahead: African Champions League Knockout Draw

The African Champions League knockout stage draw has matched top football clubs across the continent in exciting quarter-final and semi-final encounters. The competition, which starts mid-March, features renowned teams like Esperance, Al Ahly, and Mamelodi Sundowns, culminating in a thrilling finale scheduled for May 15 and May 24.

The much-anticipated draw for the African Champions League knockout stages unfolded in Cairo, revealing gripping football battles. The quarter-finals are set to feature top African football clubs, with thrilling clashes including Renaissance Berkane versus Al Hilal and Esperance against Al Ahly.

Teams will initially compete on home soil the weekend of March 13-15, before venturing away on March 22 for the return legs. This sets up an intense battle for spots in the semi-finals, where giants such as Mamelodi Sundowns could face Stade Malien, and other notable teams like the Royal Armed Forces and Pyramids compete for the title.

The path to glory concludes with the semi-final matches held on April 10-12 and April 17-19, and finally, the coveted final on May 15 and May 24. The set fixtures promise exhilarating fixtures in the football calendar. Coverage compiled by Mark Gleeson in Cape Town.

(With inputs from agencies.)