CAF Confederation Cup: Abia Warriors, Kwara United Get Tough Preliminary Draws

Nigerian football clubs Abia Warriors and Kwara United face tough draws in the CAF Confederation Cup. Abia Warriors will make their debut on the African stage against Mali's Djoliba AC in the first preliminary round.

Meanwhile, Kwara United will take on Ghana's Asante Kotoko in their first-round fixture. The winners of these matches will advance to face strong opponents like Morocco's Wydad Casablanca.

The preliminary round matches are set to kick off in September 2025, with the exact dates yet to be confirmed by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Despite the challenging path ahead, both Nigerian teams are aiming to make a deep run in the tournament.

The Group Stage is scheduled to begin on November 28, 2025, with the Knockout Phase starting on April 3, 2026.