An Unprecedented feat: Durban City Qualifies for the CAF Confederation Cup A 6-1 thumping propels Durban to Group H, making history in the process. Competition Rounds of the CAF Confederation Cup As a new chapter is written in the club's history, Durban City write themselves into the CAF Confederation Cup annals with their historic 6-1 aggregate win over AS Port Louis 2000 of Mauritius.

At the Côte d'Or National Sports Complex in Mauritius, the South African team won the second leg 3-0 on Sunday, 25 October 2026, advancing them to the next round. The Citizens continued their impressive form from the first leg, which they won 3-1 at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, with a dominant performance away from home. Coach Eric Tinkler pushed Durban City to greater heights in their rematch, and the team dug deep to avoid repeating their first-leg success. Instead, they staged an aggressive performance befitting a team that dared to challenge some of Africa's most legendary football clubs. With a goal from Gaston Sirino in the 12th minute, the away team jumped out to an early lead and never looked back.

Once again, the veteran forward proved his worth to the team by scoring the game-changing goal that made the home team's life a living nightmare. In the 25th minute, Durban City's second goal was scored by Haashim Domingo, who continued to put the home team under pressure. With his goal, the visitors took a commanding 5-1 aggregate lead, which AS Port Louis would need to surmount in order to stage a miraculous comeback. The attacking mentality of the South African team persisted after the break. The game-winning goal came from substitute Ethan Brooks in the 52nd minute, giving the team a commanding 6-1 lead. Instantaneous was the impact of Brooks.

Durban City has accomplished a great deal, and this outcome marks a turning point in their historic journey across the continent. In their previous qualifying round victory over Rukinzo of Burundi, the club proved they could handle the demands of African football. Following Kaizer Chiefs' elimination at the hands of Zambia's Red Arrows, Durban City's qualification provides a much-needed boost to South African football.

Now that Orlando Pirates have continued their CAF Champions League campaign, the Citizens will represent the country in the CAF Confederation Cup group stages. With their group stage spot secured, Tinkler and his teammates will now patiently await the draw to discover their opponents.

This is more than just another victory for Durban City supporters. This historic breakthrough has opened the door for the team to compete against the top African teams and establish a reputation beyond South Africa. There is no mistaking the American intentions in Africa; they are not merely tourists; they intend to participate.

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