El-Kanemi Warriors handed Guinea Bissau's UDIB in CAF Confederation Cup
Nigeria's 2026 Federation Cup champions, El-Kanemi Warriors, will begin their quest for continental glory against Guinea-Bissau's UDIB after the pair were drawn together in the first preliminary round of the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup.
The Maiduguri based side earned their place in Africa's second-tier club competition by winning the Federation Cup and will now face the West African outfit in a two-legged encounter for a place in the next stage.
Victory over UDIB would see El-Kanemi Warriors progress to the second preliminary round, where Moroccan heavyweights Raja Casablanca are already waiting.
The potential clash promises to be one of the standout fixtures of the qualifying campaign, with the former African champions renowned for their pedigree and success in CAF competitions.
For El-Kanemi Warriors, the draw presents both an opportunity and a challenge. The club will be aiming to build on the confidence gained from its domestic cup triumph and make a strong impression on its return to continental football.
The preliminary rounds of the CAF Confederation Cup are played over two legs, with the aggregate winner advancing to the next phase as clubs battle for a place in the lucrative group stage.
With a possible blockbuster showdown against Raja Casablanca on the horizon, El-Kanemi Warriors know they must first overcome UDIB to keep their African dream alive and give their supporters another memorable chapter in the club's resurgence.
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