CAF Champions League on TV Today
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Where to Stream CAF Champions League Live
The following premium networks and streaming platforms hold the verified digital broadcast rights to air official CAF Champions League action.
About CAF Champions League
The CAF Champions League is the top club soccer competition in Africa. It's a brutal tournament — cross-continental travel, hostile stadiums, and some of the most passionate fans on the planet. The knockout rounds are underway, with the semifinals set for later this month and the final scheduled for May.
Top teams
Al Ahly from Egypt is the biggest club in Africa. They've won the Champions League more times than anyone — it's not even close. Wydad AC from Morocco is right behind them, with multiple titles and a fierce rivalry with Al Ahly. Mamelodi Sundowns from South Africa are the dominant force in the south, with deep pockets and a professional setup. Esperance de Tunis from Tunisia, TP Mazembe from DR Congo, and Petro de Luanda from Angola round out the heavyweights. The knockout rounds are usually a North African vs. Sub-Saharan affair.
Format
The tournament starts with a preliminary round and two qualifying rounds to trim the field. Then 16 teams go into a group stage with four groups of four. The top two from each group advance to the quarterfinals. From there, it's two-leg knockout rounds until the final. The final used to be two legs, but CAF switched to a single-leg final at a neutral venue starting in 2026. This year's final is set for a stadium in West Africa.
Star players
Al Ahly and Wydad usually have the deepest rosters. Egyptian national team players, Moroccan internationals, and top African talent from across the continent. Mamelodi Sundowns have a mix of South African stars and players from neighboring countries. The tournament doesn't have global superstars like the European Champions League, but the quality is high and the atmosphere is unmatched.
Viewership
The CAF Champions League pulls massive numbers across Africa and the Middle East. Al Ahly matches alone draw millions of viewers. The final consistently hits tens of millions of viewers across the continent. The tournament is also popular among the African diaspora in Europe, the US, and the UK. It's the biggest club competition in Africa, bar none.
TV options in Sub-Saharan Africa
SuperSport is the exclusive broadcaster for the CAF Champions League in Sub-Saharan Africa. They show every match live on their cable and streaming platforms. SuperSport has a massive footprint across the continent — if you're in South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, or anywhere south of the Sahara, this is where you'll find the games.
TV options in North Africa and Middle East
beIN Sports holds the rights for the MENA region. They cover the tournament in Arabic and English. beIN is a subscription service — there's no free TV option. If you're in Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, or the Gulf states, this is where you'll find Al Ahly, Wydad, and Esperance matches.
Streaming options in the US and Europe
For fans in the US, Europe, and other parts of the world, coverage is fragmented. DAZN carries some matches in certain regions. Fanatiz also has a package of games. beIN Sports is available in the US through their streaming app, but it requires a subscription. There's no single global broadcaster. International fans often need to use a VPN or track down a local stream. The CAF YouTube channel sometimes shows highlights but not full matches.
Current season
The 2025-26 CAF Champions League kicked off in September 2025. The group stage wrapped up in March, and the knockout rounds are happening now in April. The quarterfinals are underway, with the semifinals scheduled for later this month. The final is set for May at a neutral venue. Al Ahly are the defending champions after winning the title last season. Wydad, Mamelodi Sundowns, and Esperance are all still in the hunt.