MC Alger vs TP Mazembe, 2018-19 CAF Champions League, Group Stage
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Game Information
Venue: Stade 5 Juillet 1962
Location: Algiers, Algeria
Attendance: 18,000
CAF Champions League Standings
| # | TEAM | GP | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Al Ahly | 2 | +3 | 4 |
| 2 | Young Africans | 2 | +1 | 4 |
| 3 | FAR Rabat | 2 | -1 | 1 |
| 4 | JS Kabylie | 2 | -3 | 1 |
Line-Ups
MC Alger
| No. | Name |
|---|---|
| 30 | Farid Chaâl (GK) |
| 29 | Rachid Bouhenna |
| 15 | Zidane Mebarakou |
| 24 | Abdelghani Demmou |
| 22 | Ayoub Azzi |
| 25 | Sofiane Bendebka |
| 10 | Abderrahmane Bourdim |
| 3 | Ibrahim Amada |
| 18 | Aliou Dieng |
| 17 | Walid Derardja |
| 19 | Mohamed Souibaa |
TP Mazembe
| No. | Name |
|---|---|
| 22 | Sylvain Gbohouo (GK) |
| 14 | Kabaso Chongo |
| 3 | Jean Kasusula |
| 5 | Issama Mpeko |
| 2 | Joël Kimwaki |
| 29 | Glody Likonza |
| 18 | Rainford Kalaba |
| 16 | Christian Koffi |
| 13 | Nathan Sinkala |
| 26 | Abdoulaye Sissoko |
| 28 | Ben Malango |
CAF Champions League News
Mamelodi Sundowns appear to be gradually rediscovering their rhythm, but face a tough test as they visit former head coach Rhulani Mokwena's in-form MC Alger in the CAF Champions League on Friday.
The CAF Champions League group stage kicks off this weekend, and following a fascinating draw on November 3, we've got some enticing match-ups to look forward to and some compelling storylines to track.
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Orlando Pirates will be desperate to avoid a second tournament exit in the span of half a week when they host Magesi in the Carling Knockout Cup on Tuesday.