Zamalek heads into Saturday’s decisive CAF Confederation Cup final second leg knowing they must overturn a narrow deficit, against a confident USM Alger side that is chasing another continental crown.
The Egyptian giants were edged 1-0 in a dramatic first leg in Algiers and now return to Cairo hoping their formidable home record can inspire another African comeback.
USM Alger, meanwhile, arrive unbeaten in their last three Confederation Cup matches against Egyptian opposition and carrying the momentum of a side that has lost just once in its last 19 games in the competition.
With a packed Cairo International Stadium expected, the final promises another tense chapter in a rivalry that has already delivered late drama, controversy and high-quality football.
Both clubs now stand 90 minutes away from continental glory in what is shaping up to be one of the most finely balanced Confederation Cup finals in recent years.
With Zamalek chasing another famous continental night in Cairo and USM Alger seeking to protect their slender advantage, the stage is perfectly set for a dramatic conclusion to the 2025/2026 CAF Confederation Cup final.
Date: Saturday, 16th May 2026
Venue: Cairo International Stadium, Cairo, Egypt
Kick-off: 21h00 local time | 18h00 GMT
Referee: Pierre Atcho (Gabon).
