CAF Confederation Cup: Olympique Safi Secure "Valuable" Away Win Against San Pedro (2-1), Climb to Second
25 January 2026at17:57
Olympic Safi secured a "valuable" 2-1 victory over hosts San Pedro of Ivory Coast on Sunday, in a match played as part of the third round of the CAF Confederation Cup group stage.
Imad Khannouss opened the scoring for the Safi-based side in the very first minute of the encounter. San Pedro then equalized through Kara in the 36th minute.
Olympic Safi regained the lead just minutes before the end of the first half, with Soufiane El Moudane converting a penalty in the 40th minute.
This result sees Olympic Safi climb to second place in Group A with 6 points. San Pedro now sits third with 3 points, while USM Alger leads the group with 9 points. Djoliba remains at the bottom of the table with no points.
Q&A
How did Olympique Safi secure their goals in the CAF Confederation Cup match against San Pedro?
Imad Khannouss opened the scoring early in the first minute, followed by Soufiane El Moudane converting a penalty just before halftime, sealing Olympique Safi's crucial 2-1 away victory.
What does Olympique Safi's 2-1 victory over San Pedro imply for their CAF Confederation Cup group standing?
This 2-1 victory propels Olympique Safi to second place in Group A with 6 points, positioning them favorably behind leaders USM Alger. San Pedro now sits third with 3 points.
