The stage is set for a thrilling weekend of African club football as the first-leg semi-finals of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League and TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup take centre stage across the continent, with the remaining clubs one step away from a prestige continental final. Africa’s premier club competition, the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League, headlines the weekend with two high-profile encounters that promise intensity. The TotalEnergies CAF Champions League continues to grow in stature, with a record total prize money of USD 48 million allocated for this season. The TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup also promises compelling action, with both semi-final ties featuring strong North African rivalries. The winners of the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup will take home USD 4 million, reflecting the growing importance of the competition in African club football.

Source: The North Africa Journal April 09, 2026 15:58 UTC