Overview
- Kaizer Chiefs beat Al Masry 2-1 to climb to the summit of Group D, helped by Zesco United’s upset of Zamalek.
- Group standings before the finale show Chiefs on 10 points, Zamalek on 8, and Al Masry on 7.
- A draw in Cairo against Zamalek guarantees Chiefs a place in the knockout rounds, whereas defeat would leave qualification dependent on other results.
- Ben Youssef cautioned players against complacency, saying the team still must secure at least one point in Egypt.
- The coach complained of fixture congestion, travel and limited training, noted two CAF ‘home’ games in Polokwane, and contrasted Chiefs’ load with Orlando Pirates’ lighter schedule.