Ghanaian champions, Medeama, are gearing up for a tough battle as they prepare to take on African giants Al Ahly in the CAF Champions League on Friday. The Yellow and Mauves will have home advantage when they host the African giants at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi, and they are determined to cause an upset.
Having suffered a 3-0 defeat in the first leg in Cairo last year, Medeama knows that the odds are stacked against them, but they are focused on putting up a strong performance on home soil. The team showcased a brilliant first-half display in their previous encounter, holding Al Ahly to a goalless draw, but they fell short in the second half.
Medeama’s chances of progressing to the next stage of the competition hang in the balance, but a win against Al Ahly could significantly boost their prospects of securing a spot in the quarterfinals. On the other hand, Al Ahly will be aiming to secure their place in the next stage by defeating the Ghanaian outfit.
The Tarkwa-based club has no major injury concerns ahead of their crucial game and will have a full squad at their disposal. Defender Nurudeen Abdulai, who missed several games due to injury setbacks, has returned to full training and will be available for selection.
The CAF Champions League was on a break due to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast, but it returns this weekend for the penultimate games at the group stage. Medeama currently sits at the bottom of Group D with 4 points and will need to put in a strong performance to progress to the next stage of the competition.
