The first legs of the second preliminary round of the 2026-2027 CAF Champions League took place from October 16 to 18, with several clubs taking a step toward the group stage.

Egyptian sides Pyramids FC and Zamalek SC secured narrow away victories, while the return matches will take place from October 23 to 25. The clash between 15 de Agosto and Simba SC remains scheduled for Tuesday, October 20.

Young Africans delivered one of the weekend’s most impressive performances with a 4-0 away win over Madagascar’s CFFA. Orlando Pirates also defeated African Stars 1-0, while RS Berkane beat Star Sport Academy 2-0. TP Mazembe and Club Africain drew 1-1, and FC San Pedro edged FC Nouadhibou 2-1. On Sunday, Rangers International defeated MC Alger 2-0, matching Scottland FC’s victory over Atlético Petróleos. Al Hilal SC also claimed a 2-0 away win against Sidama Bunna FC.

Elsewhere, defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns drew 0-0 with Wiliete de Benguela, while Horoya AC beat Al Merriekh SC 1-0. Colombe Sportive secured a 2-0 away victory over Teungueth FC, but Espérance de Tunis suffered a 1-0 defeat against Libya’s Swehly SC. ASEC Mimosas salvaged a 1-1 draw against MAS de Fès thanks to Bamba Souhalio’s late equalizer. These results leave several teams with work to do in the second legs as they battle for places in the group stage.