CAF Champions League: West African Clubs Secure Crucial Group Stage Berths with Resilient Away Performances
Champions from Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, and Nigeria have advanced to the lucrative group stage of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League, securing vital coefficient points for the region.
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- ASEC Mimosas, Medeama SC, and Remo Stars qualify for CAF Champions League groups.
- Guaranteed $700,000 minimum continental tournament prize allocation per club.
- West Africa secures elevated UEFA/CAF ranking coefficient points.
- Major upgrades planned for domestic team training grounds and academy facilities.
CAIRO, EGYPT — The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has conducted the official group stage draw for the 2026/2027 TotalEnergies CAF Champions League at its headquarters in Cairo, confirming places for West African heavyweights ASEC Mimosas (Côte d'Ivoire), Medeama SC (Ghana), and Remo Stars (Nigeria).
All three clubs overcame intense hostile away environments during second-round preliminary matches in North and Central Africa, showcasing the tactical discipline and physical conditioning currently revitalizing domestic football in the region.
Reaching the group phase guarantees each club a minimum $700,000 in baseline CAF prize money, providing vital capital to upgrade home training academies, player compensation, and chartered air travel for continental away ties.
CAF President Patrice Motsepe commended the resurgence of West African club football, stating that a competitive West African club circuit is fundamental to the global parity of African football.
Byline: Austin Okon-Akpan · Published: Friday, October 30, 2026
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