Confederation Cup: Azam FC Shakes Up Group Standings After 1-0 Win Over Maniema, Ahead of Wydad-Nairobi Clash

Azam FC's 1-0 victory over Congolese visitors Maniema, in the fifth round of the CAF Confederation Cup group stage, has significantly altered the dynamics of Wydad AC's group and reshuffled the qualification prospects with just one matchday remaining.

This win increased Azam's tally to 9 points from five matches, putting them level with both Wydad AC and Maniema. This result has left the race for the two quarter-final spots wide open, with all possibilities still on the table.

Wydad AC currently leads Group B with 9 points from four matches, followed by Maniema (Congo) in second place with the same points total after playing five games. Azam occupies third place, also with 9 points, while Nairobi United has officially exited the competition, remaining at the bottom of the group without any points.

Azam is now a strong contender for qualification to the next round, benefiting from their recent victory which reignited their hopes. The final decisions will be made during the sixth and decisive matchday, which will determine the qualifiers from this exciting group.