Preview: OC Safi Visits FC San-Pedro in CAF Confederation Cup Clash

ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast (Interstat) — A critical CAF Confederation Cup group stage match pits Ivory Coast’s FC San-Pedro against Morocco’s OC Safi on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026.

The home side enters the continental fixture with momentum, coming off a decisive 2-0 victory over Mali’s Djoliba AC last Sunday. That result provided a needed rebound after a narrow 3-2 road defeat to Algeria’s USM Alger the previous week. San-Pedro’s form at home has been a strength, and they will rely on that advantage at Stade Robert Champroux.

OC Safi arrives following a frustrating 1-0 home loss to USM Alger last Friday. Prior to that, the Moroccan club secured a valuable 1-0 away win against Djoliba AC on Nov. 23. Their recent results highlight a pattern of tight, low-scoring matches, a trend their tactical approach will likely aim to continue.

According to the Interstat game simulator, this defensive trend is projected to hold, with a final score of OC Safi 1, FC San-Pedro 0. This prediction underscores the expected challenge for the Ivorian attack against a disciplined Safi backline.

The matchup is crucial for both clubs’ aspirations to advance from the group stage of Africa’s secondary club competition. A win for San-Pedro would solidify their home prowess and position them favorably in the table. For Safi, securing points on the road is essential, especially after the recent home setback.

Key tactical battles will likely unfold in midfield, where possession and transition will be paramount. San-Pedro will look to leverage local support and their recent scoring form, while Safi will depend on organization and capitalizing on potential counter-attacks.

Kickoff is set for Sunday afternoon local time.