
The road to continental glory begins today, Thursday, July 11th, 2024, as the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) conducts the Preliminary Draw for the 2024/2025 TotalEnergies CAF Champions League. This much-anticipated event, held at the CAF Headquarters in Cairo, Egypt, will officially kick off what promises to be another enthralling season of African club football
A Competitive Landscape
The Preliminary Draw will determine the matchups for the early stages of the competition. Teams from across Africa, eager to showcase their talent and challenge for the coveted title, will be vying for a spot in the lucrative group stage The draw promises to be a tense affair, with established giants like Al Ahly and Wydad Casablanca facing off against emerging powerhouses and debuting clubs.
Welcome to the 2024/25 #TotalEnergiesCAFCL Preliminary Rounds.
59 Engaged teams!
The top 5 highest-ranked clubs are exempted from the 1st preliminary round.
The remaining 54 clubs, including 4 high-ranked, 14 low-ranked, and 36 non-ranked, start from the 1st… pic.twitter.com/ILlHsfpq0e— TotalEnergiesCAFCL & TotalEnergiesCAFCC (@CAFCLCC) July 10, 2024
Victoria United’s Continental Debut
This year’s draw holds particular significance for Cameroon’s Victoria United FC . Having secured their first-ever Elite One championship title, VUFC will be making their historic debut in the CAF Champions League. The entire nation will be holding their breath as the Opopo (“One People, One Power”) are pitted against their first opponent in the continental competition.
Where to Watch
Football fans across Africa and the globe can witness the Preliminary Draw unfold live on CAF’s official YouTube channel, CAF TV. The draw commences at 15h00 local time (12h00 GMT), marking the beginning of an exciting journey for all participating clubs.
Anticipation Builds
The Preliminary Draw sets the stage for a captivating season of African club football. With established powerhouses, hungry newcomers, and the debut of Victoria United FC, the upcoming campaign promises to be filled with thrilling encounters and unexpected twists. So, tune in today and witness the excitement as the road to continental glory unfolds!