Two giants of African football, Young Africans SC (Yanga) and Al Hilal SC, face off in a TotalEnergies CAF Champions League clash at Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium in Tanzania. Both teams have carefully named their starting lineups, each brimming with talent and experience.
Young African SC
Under the leadership of head coach Sead Ramovic, Yanga presented a blend of youth and seasoned players. In goal is the ever-reliable Diarra, ready to guard his territory with unyielding determination. The defense was anchored by Job, the team captain,alongside the towering Yao, Bacca and Kibabage .
The midfield features the creative genius of Aziz Ki, supported by the industrious Mudathir, and Pacome . Upfront, Maxi spearheading the attack and will be supported by Dube, flanked by the dynamic Clement Kibabage and Abouya.
Al Hilal SC
On the other side, Al Hilal SC, led by the seasoned tactician Jean Florent Ibenge, fields a formidable squad. The attack will be marshaled by Grumugisha and the ever-consistentAbdelrahman, who also wore the captain’s armband. Supporting them will be Abaker and Alnada Coulibaly.
The versatile Khadim Diaw, to link defense and attack with skillful precision. Mohamed Ahmed and Ebouela Steve added steel and creativity to the engine room. Players like Salah Adil, a constant menace to opposing team.
The lineups promise an electrifying contest, with Yanga relying on their home crowd’s energy to dominate possession and dictate the game’s tempo. Al Hilal, known for their tactical discipline and counterattacking prowess, looked to silence the Tanzanian faithful with a clinical display.
The stage is set for skill, and determination.
