Rwandan champions APR FC will host Egyptian giants Zamalek SC on Friday, October 16, 2026, in the first leg of their second preliminary round tie in the CAF Champions League at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali.
The highly anticipated encounter, scheduled for 5:00 p.m. local time, presents APR FC with an opportunity to secure a valuable home advantage ahead of the return leg in Egypt, as both sides battle for a place in the group stage of Africaโs premier club competition.
APR FC head into the contest in impressive form, having recorded four victories in their last five matches across all competitions. Backed by their home supporters, the Rwandan side will look to capitalise on their recent momentum and use their familiarity with the Amahoro Stadium to unsettle their more experienced opponents.
Zamalek, meanwhile, arrive in Kigali as favourites but face the challenge of recovering from a difficult spell after suffering consecutive defeats in their last two matches. Despite their recent struggles, the Egyptian powerhouse will rely on its extensive continental experience to secure a positive result away from home and put itself in a strong position ahead of the return leg.
