CAF Champions League: five clubs through to the group stage so far

The race for a place in the group stage of the 2026–2027 CAF Champions League continues.

Whilst several teams are still waiting to play their second-leg matches in the second preliminary round, five clubs have already secured their places in the next stage of the competition.

Young Africans were the first to secure their place in the group stage after getting the better of CFFA in their second preliminary round two-legged tie. Petro de Luanda then staged a spectacular comeback against Scottland FC, overturning a 2-0 first-leg defeat with a 3-0 victory in the return leg.

Meanwhile, Wiliete SC caused a sensation by knocking out the reigning champions, Mamelodi Sundowns. Orlando Pirates also secured their place by comfortably beating African Stars, whilst MC Alger overcame Enugu Rangers to continue their continental campaign.

There are now eleven places left to be filled to complete the line-up of teams qualified for the 2026–2027 CAF Champions League.

Teams already qualified:

• Young Africans
• Petro de Luanda
• Wiliete SC
• Orlando Pirates
• MC Alger