CAF: Champions League sees an elimination before kick-off

A chill in the air before the first whistle. Bo Rangers FC, champions of Sierra Leone for the 2025–2026 season, have announced their withdrawal from the 2026–2027 CAF Champions League.

Bo Rangers throw in the towel

After securing their ticket by winning the Sierra Leone Premier League, Bo Rangers were set to represent their country in Africa's most prestigious club competition. In the end, the club has pulled out. According to journalist Micky Jnr, the reason given is a lack of financial resources to cover the costs of the continental campaign.

The schedule is set

The Confederation of African Football has officially announced the dates for the 2026/27 season of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup. The first preliminary round will be played from September 4 to 6, 2026 for the first leg, and from September 11 to 13 for the return leg.

The second round is scheduled for October 16 to 18 for the first leg, and October 23 to 25 for the return. After these phases, the group stage for both competitions will kick off at the end of November.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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