CAF Confederation Cup final: date and time for Zamalek vs USM Alger final showdown

The stage is now set for the grand finale of the CAF Confederation Cup 2025/26 season, as Egyptian giants Zamalek prepare to host Algerian side USM Alger in the decisive second leg of the final.

First Leg Drama

USM Alger head into the return leg holding a narrow 1-0 advantage after a dramatic first-leg victory in Algeria.

Zamalek thought they had secured a crucial late goal through Juan Bezerra, but the referee disallowed the strike due to a prior infringement before awarding a penalty to USM Alger.

Ahmed Khaldi converted from the spot, handing the Algerian side a dramatic win and a vital edge ahead of the Cairo showdown.

CAF Confederation Cup Final Details

• Date: Saturday, 16 May 2026
• Kick-off:
  • 6:00 PM GMT
  • 9:00 PM Cairo local time
• Venue: Cairo International Stadium

Historical Stakes

Zamalek are aiming to lift the Confederation Cup for the third time in their history, having previously won the title in:

• 2019
• 2024

Meanwhile, USM Alger are chasing their second Confederation Cup title after previously winning the competition in 2023.

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