The return matches of the second preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup 2026-2027 began on Friday, October 23. This day was particularly marked by the elimination of the Kaizer Chiefs, who were defeated on penalties by the Red Arrows, while Primeiro de Agosto and Raja Casablanca secured their places for the next stages of the competition.
After losing 1-0 in Zambia in the first leg, the Kaizer Chiefs needed a home victory to continue their continental journey. The South African club won the return match 1-0, leveling the score over the two matches. The two teams then had to settle the tie with penalties, where Red Arrows triumphed 3-2. Meanwhile, Primeiro de Agosto demonstrated its superiority against DC Virunga. After a 2-1 victory in the first leg, the Angolan club won 1-0 in the return match, confirming their progression with an aggregate score of 3-1.
Raja Casablanca also rose to the occasion in front of their home crowd. Facing the El-Kanemi Warriors after a thrilling first leg that ended 2-2, the Moroccans won the return match 2-0. This victory allows them to continue their journey on the continental stage and join the teams qualified for the next phase.
Results from Friday, October 23
- Kaizer Chiefs 1-0 Red Arrows — Red Arrows qualified on penalties (3-2), after an aggregate score of 1-1.
- Primeiro de Agosto 1-0 DC Virunga — Primeiro de Agosto qualified (3-1 on aggregate).
- Raja Casablanca 2-0 El-Kanemi Warriors — Raja Casablanca qualified (4-2 on aggregate).
