Raja CA Receive Bye into Second Preliminary Round of CAF Confederation Cup

CAIRO, Egypt — Moroccan giants Raja Club Athletic (Raja CA) have been granted a bye and will not feature in the first preliminary round of the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup.

The Casablanca-based side will begin their campaign from the second preliminary round.

Raja are among a group of higher-ranked clubs that have received byes, allowing them to enter the competition at a later stage. The first preliminary round draw is scheduled for 6 August 2026 at CAF headquarters in Cairo, with the second preliminary round draw to follow in due course.

The decision gives Raja additional preparation time as they target a strong run in Africa’s secondary club competition.

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