Contrasting challenges for former African champions
We assess how five former champions in action this week may fare as they set out in pursuit of the $2.5-million first prize
Etoile Sahel
Pirates now pin their hopes on a miracle in Tunisia
Scoring away from home has not been a problem for Pirates in the Confederation Cup this year.
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Etoile and Sfaxien seek historic African triumph
Etoile Sahel or title holders CS Sfaxien will create history on Saturday by becoming the first club to win the African Confederation Cup twice.
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Antelopes ready for another Cup leap
The continuous rise of Angola into an African force could reach a new level on Thursday in a top-of-the-table Africa Sup of Nations Group D showdown with leaders Tunisia. A draw will ensure the Palancas Negras of a place in the knockout phase of the biennial tournament for the first time.
