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.

Durban City has announced the appointment of Khalil Ben Youssef as the new head coach for the upcoming 2026/27 season. This move follows his previous role as the head coach of the Chiefs, marking a new chapter in his coaching career.

Ben Youssef, recently appointed as the new coach of Durban City after leaving Amakhosi, criticized his former club, stating they are not capable of competing with Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns for the top position. In response, Baloyi claimed that Youssef was part of the problems at Chiefs, suggesting that his contributions were not beneficial to the team.

Khalil Ben Youssef has been appointed as the new coach of Durban City, succeeding Pitso Dladla, who recently departed to join Golden Arrows. This change in coaching staff marks a new chapter for the team as they look to improve their performance in the league.

El-Kanemi Warriors technical adviser King Emmanuel has said his team remains a work in progress despite a strong start to their CAF Confederation Cup campaign. The Nigerian side defeated UDIB of Guinea-Bissau 3-0 in the first leg of their first preliminary round tie in Ikenne on Sunday. According to King, the squad still has significant areas to improve ahead of the return leg.

Following a recent victory, Nigeria's Flamingos coach Busari expressed concerns about the team's defensive organization after they conceded two goals. He acknowledged these lapses and shared insights into their plans for the second leg of the World Cup qualifier.