CAF Champions League: Medeama SC face daunting TP Mazembe test in Lubumbashi

Ghanaian champions Medeama SC are set to face the formidable TP Mazembe in the second leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary round qualifier in Lubumbashi. Following a 1-0 home defeat in the first leg, Medeama finds themselves with a challenging task ahead.

The Ghanaian side scored a late goal in Tarkwa to come from behind and secure a narrow victory, leaving them with the daunting prospect of scoring at least once in Lubumbashi to have any chance of advancing. For Medeama to progress outright, they will need to score two goals, or face a penalty shootout if they manage to find the net once.

Medeama will be relying on the creativity of Emmanuel Annor, as well as the attacking prowess of Abdul Salam, Prince Owusu, and Kingsley Braye to break down the Mazembe defense. On the defensive end, key players Fatawu Sulemana, Etse Dogli, and Ebenezer Adade will need to work together to prevent an away goal, as conceding one would make the task even more difficult for Medeama.

TP Mazembe, on the other hand, will head into the match as the favored side, confident of seeing off the Ghanaian champions. With their experienced squad and the intimidating atmosphere at the Stade TP Mazembe, they aim to finish the job at home. The DRC-based giants will rely on their experience and the home crowd support to overpower Medeama in what promises to be an exciting clash on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time.