# CAF Champions League preliminary rounds > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/caf-champions-league-preliminary-rounds > Updated: 2026-09-11T20:15:44.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 6. African football clubs continue their preliminary round matches in the CAF Champions League. In the tie between Kenyan champions Gor Mahia and Egypt’s Pyramids FC, Pyramids FC secured a 2-0 victory in the first leg at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi. Walid El Karti scored in the sixth minute, and Mahmoud Saber doubled the lead during first-half stoppage time. Although Gor Mahia attempted to dictate the tempo early, Pyramids FC capitalized on defensive errors. The Egyptian side holds a significant advantage heading into the return leg scheduled for September 13 at the Air Defense Stadium in Cairo. Zamalek SC has concluded preparations for their matchup against Djibouti’s AS Port. Following a 2-1 victory in the first leg, coach Moatamed Gamal has led technical staff through final training sessions at the Air Defense Stadium, focusing on tactical drills and managing player fatigue. The second leg is set to take place at Cairo International Stadium. In other tournament developments, Rwanda’s APR FC has advanced to the next round after defeating Congo’s Eagles 3-0 in their second-leg match, progressing with a 3-1 aggregate score. APR FC is slated to face the winner of the Zamalek and AS Port fixture in the Round of 32. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: Zamalek SC completes preparations for CAF Champions League clash against AS Port Zamalek SC has completed preparations for their CAF Champions League second-leg match against Djibouti's AS Port following a first-leg win. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zamalek-sc-completes-preparations-for-caf-champions-league-clash-against-as-port ### 2026-09-08: Pyramids FC defeats Gor Mahia 2-0 in CAF Champions League Pyramids FC defeated Gor Mahia 2-0 in Nairobi during the CAF Champions League first preliminary round, taking a commanding lead ahead of the second leg in Cairo. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pyramids-fc-defeats-gor-mahia-2-0-in-caf-champions-league ### 2026-09-06: Pyramids FC prepares for Gor Mahia return leg in CAF Champions League Pyramids FC holds a 2-0 advantage over Kenya's Gor Mahia following the first leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary round tie, ahead of the return match in Cairo on September 13. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pyramids-fc-prepares-for-gor-mahia-return-leg-in-caf-champions-league ### 2026-09-04: Zamalek SC faces AS Port in CAF Champions League opener Zamalek SC begins its CAF Champions League journey against Djibouti's AS Port at Cairo International Stadium, seeking a strong start in the first-round preliminary leg. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zamalek-sc-faces-as-port-in-caf-champions-league-opener ### 2026-09-03: Gor Mahia prepares for CAF Champions League clash against Pyramids FC Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor expressed confidence ahead of their CAF Champions League clash against Pyramids FC, noting the match is a key opportunity for players to showcase their talent. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gor-mahia-prepares-for-caf-champions-league-clash-against-pyramids-fc-1 ### 2026-08-26: Gor Mahia prepares for CAF Champions League clash against Pyramids FC Gor Mahia prepares to face Egypt's Pyramids FC in the CAF Champions League preliminary round, with coach Charles Akonnor demanding defensive discipline amid various player injuries. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gor-mahia-prepares-for-caf-champions-league-clash-against-pyramids-fc --- Cite as: CAF Champions League preliminary rounds. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/caf-champions-league-preliminary-rounds