RS Berkane vs Simba SC: All Eyes on CAF Confederation Cup Final Showdown

The stage is set for one of African football’s biggest nights of the year as Renaissance Sportive de Berkane welcome Simba SC to Berkane Municipal Stadium this Saturday, May 17, for the first leg of the 2025 CAF Confederation Cup final. Kickoff is scheduled for 19:00 GMT.

Two teams with different histories in continental football—one aiming for a third title, the other still hoping for its first—come together in this eagerly awaited matchup.

RS Berkane: Seeking a Third Crown

Under the leadership of Tunisian coach Moein Chaâbani, RS Berkane will aim to build a commanding lead at home, just as they did in their dominant first-leg win over CS Constantine in the semifinals.

• Previous Titles: 2020, 2022
• Recent Form: Confident, organized, and battle-tested
• Advantage: Playing at home in front of a passionate Moroccan crowd

Simba SC: A Historic First Within Reach

After losing to Stella Club d'Abidjan in the 1993 CAF Cup final, the Tanzanian powerhouses are hoping to finally hoist their first continental trophy.

• Motivation: A chance to rewrite club history
• Tactics: Physical & disciplined with balanced squad
• Second Leg: Set for Friday 24 May at Amani Stadium in Zanzibar (15:00 GMT)

Broadcast & Prize Money

Broadcast: Both legs will be aired exclusively on beIN Sports across the Middle East & North Africa

• Winner's Prize: $2 million
• Runner-up: $1 million