Medeama SC Draw TP Mazembe in Tough CAF Champions League Opener
Ghanaian champions Medeama SC have been handed a difficult assignment in the first preliminary round of the 2026/27 CAF Champions League after being drawn against DR Congo giants TP Mazembe.
The draw pits Medeama against one of Africa’s most successful clubs in what promises to be one of the standout ties of the opening round.
The winner of the two-legged encounter will progress to the second preliminary round, where another stern challenge awaits against either Club Africain or Djoliba AC.
For Medeama, the road to the group stage could hardly be more demanding, with potential meetings against two of the continent’s traditional powerhouses standing between them and qualification.
Despite the daunting draw, the Ghanaian champions will be eager to prove they can compete with Africa’s elite. A positive result against TP Mazembe would represent a significant statement of intent and boost the club’s confidence ahead of a possible second-round showdown.
The tie also presents Medeama with an opportunity to build on their continental experience as they seek another memorable CAF Champions League campaign.
With qualification for the lucrative group stage on the line, Medeama will need to produce disciplined and resilient performances over two legs to keep their continental ambitions alive against one of Africa’s most decorated clubs.
