Shooting Stars coach Fatai Osho has warned his players to prepare for a difficult return leg against CS Sfaxien in the first preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup. The Nigerian side won the first leg 1-0 in Abeokuta and will travel to face the Tunisian club in Sfax this weekend, with Osho cautioning that the hosts will pose a stern test as the tie is decided.

Durban City FC head coach Ben Youssef has warned his players against complacency ahead of the return leg of their CAF Confederation Cup tie against Burundi's Rukinzo FC, despite holding a 1-0 advantage from the first leg. According to IOL, he pointed to the challenges of playing on an artificial pitch and unfamiliar away conditions in Burundi, where the deciding fixture is scheduled for next weekend.

Kitara FC president Deo Kasozi praised supporters and urged continued backing ahead of the second leg of the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup preliminary round. The Ugandan club holds a slim 2-1 lead over Somali side Mogadishu City Council, with the return match scheduled for Saturday, September 12 at Hoima City Stadium, according to Kawowo Sports.

Simba Head Coach Steve Barker has called for greater resilience from his side ahead of Sunday's CAF Champions League return leg against Mighty Wanderers at Uhuru Stadium in Dar es Salaam. Simba carry a valuable 1-0 lead from the first meeting in Lilongwe, having edged the Malawian side at Bingu National Stadium. Despite the away victory, Barker insisted the job is not yet done, urging his players to stay focused as they seek to secure progression in the continental competition.

Durban City coach Khalil Ben Youssef has urged his players to remain focused ahead of what he expects to be a tricky second leg in the CAF Confederation Cup. According to Sowetan, Ben Youssef acknowledged that the return fixture will present challenges for his side, emphasising the need for concentration as Durban City look to progress in the continental competition. The coach's comments come as the club prepares for the decisive encounter.

Gor Mahia, the FKF Premier League champions, will represent Kenya at the Cecafa Club Championships scheduled to take place in Kigali, Rwanda from July 24 to August 6, 2026. The team is aiming to secure its first Cecafa title since 1985, facing tough competition in the tournament.