TRIPOLI, Libya — The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has approved Swehli SC’s stadium to host the first leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary-round clash against Zanzibar’s KVZ.
The match is scheduled for 4 September in Libya. The approval clears the way for Swehli to stage the home fixture at their venue after meeting CAF’s requirements for continental competitions.
Swehli will now prepare to welcome KVZ for the first leg of the two-legged tie. The second leg is expected to be played in Zanzibar, with the aggregate winner progressing to the next stage of the competition.
The decision provides clarity for both clubs as they finalise logistical and technical preparations. Stadium approval is a key step for clubs entering the preliminary rounds, ensuring matches can proceed under CAF’s standards for infrastructure and safety.
Swehli will look to make full use of home advantage when the tie gets under way next month. Further details regarding kick-off time and any additional arrangements are expected to be confirmed closer to the date.
