The highly anticipated CAF Champions League second leg final between Al Ahly and Espérance Sportive de Tunis in Cairo, Egypt, is set to be a thrilling showdown between two of Africa’s biggest clubs. The match, scheduled for Saturday, 25th May 2024, has already sold out within two hours of tickets going on sale, highlighting the growing interest in African club football.
The final will kick off at 20h00 in Cairo (17h00 GMT), with fans from over 90 countries tuning in to watch the action unfold. To accommodate the high demand, CAF and the host club, Al Ahly, have intensified safety and security measures in and around the Cairo International Stadium.
Football enthusiasts around the world will have the opportunity to watch the final in their preferred language on various CAF platforms. Leading global broadcasters, including CAF’s partners like beIN Sport, Canal+, and New World TV, will ensure comprehensive coverage of the event across MENA, Europe, America, and the South Pacific.
In Africa, several free-to-air broadcasters such as SABC, Azam Media, and AfroSport will also broadcast the final, allowing fans on the continent to witness the clash between these two football giants.
Al Ahly boasts an impressive unbeaten streak of 19 matches in the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League, with 16 clean sheets and just three goals conceded. On the other hand, Espérance Sportive de Tunis has not conceded a goal in their last five knockout round matches, aiming to clinch their first title since 2019.
With Al Ahly looking to extend Egypt’s dominance in the competition and Espérance Sportive de Tunis vying for their fifth success to elevate Tunisia’s standing, the stage is set for an electrifying finale that is sure to captivate football fans worldwide. Stay tuned for what promises to be a memorable showdown between these two formidable teams.
