CAF Confederation Cup: 4 players to watch in the 2025-2026 edition | OneFootball

The 4 players to follow in the Confederation Cup

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CAF Confederation Cup returns this weekend with the start of the first preliminary round matches.With reigning champions RS Berkane now competing in the CAF Champions League, the race for the title is expected to be fiercely contested, especially among North African clubs.

Here are the 4 players to watch in this 2025-2026 edition.

Mahmoud Bentayg

The Moroccan left-back is a key player for his Egyptian club Al Zamalek. With his former club Raja, he played 10 Confederation Cup matches, scoring 2 goals and providing 2 assists.

Stéphane Aziz Ki

The Burkinabé playmaker will be looking to recapture his best form with his Moroccan club Wydad. In previous Confederation Cup campaigns, he featured in 21 matches, tallying 2 goals and 1 assist.

Devin Titus

The South African winger is the main attacking weapon for Stellenbosch FC. In 14 Confederation Cup appearances, he has scored 2 goals.

Soufiane Bayazid

MC Alger will rely on their star striker to return to continental glory. The local Algerian international has 12 CAF Champions League matches under his belt, with 3 goals to his name.