The Sky Blue Stars will be hoping to make a strong statement on the continent, with this match serving as their first step towards the group stages. The team's home ground in Ikenne is currently under renovation, which is why the MKO Abiola Stadium will serve as the venue for this crucial first-leg encounter. The reverse fixture will also take place at the same venue on Friday, September 26, handing the NPFL champions a rare home advantage for both legs.
US Zilimadjou have already arrived in Abeokuta and held a training session to prepare for the clash. A victory for Remo Stars would set up a potential second-round tie against South African giants Mamelodi Sundowns.
Remo Stars Squad
While an official squad list for the match has not been confirmed, here are some of the key players expected to be in the team:
• Goalkeepers: Kolimba Alladoum, Obassa Adebiyi
• Defenders: Ibrahim Abubakar, Sodiq Ismaila, Joseph Stanley
• Midfielders: Chaka Coulibaly, Jerome Bonou, Adama Goita, Alex Oyowah, Qudus Akanni
• Forwards: Samson Olasupo, Victor Mbaoma