The match between Al-Ahly SC and Esperance Tunis in the CAF Champions League quarterfinals will take place on March 21, 2026, without fans present due to prior sanctions.
Al-Ahly SC of Egypt is set to host Esperance Tunis in a crucial second leg of their CAF Champions League quarterfinal matchup on Saturday, March 21, 2026. In the first leg, Al-Ahly lost narrowly to Esperance 1-0, following a penalty awarded to the Tunisian side. This places Al-Ahly in a challenging position as they must overcome this deficit to advance to the semifinals.
The upcoming match is significant not only for its consequences on the tournament but also due to the absence of fans in the stadium. This decision comes after the African Football Confederation imposed a penalty on Al-Ahly's supporters, arising from incidents during a previous fixture against RS Berkane of Morocco in the group stage. The impact of playing in a nearly empty stadium may have psychological effects on the team as they strive to turn the tie in their favor.
As excitement builds, fans can tune in to the match live on beIN SPORTS and follow online live updates. The match starts at 9:00 PM Egypt time, 10:00 PM in Qatar and Saudi Arabia, and 8:00 PM in Tunisia, and will be held at the Cairo International Stadium.
