CAF Officials Await Calm at Safi's El Massira Stadium Before Kick-off of Olympique Safi vs. USM Alger Match
T.E (Elbotola)
19 April 2026at19:35
Officials from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) are awaiting calm inside El Massira Stadium in Safi before deciding to give the green light for the match between Olympique Safi and USM Alger, part of the second leg of the CAF Confederation Cup semi-finals.
Amidst the tense atmosphere preceding the encounter, players from both teams left the field and headed to their changing rooms, awaiting the return of calm and stability inside the stadium to determine the possibility of the match starting at its scheduled time.
The decision to proceed with the match as scheduled remains dependent on developments on the ground, with postponement not ruled out should any incidents continue to affect the normal flow of the game.
Q&A
What caused the delay at El Massira Stadium before the Olympique Safi vs. USM Alger match?
The delay at El Massira Stadium was caused by a tense atmosphere and unrest among fans, prompting CAF officials to await calm. Players from both teams left the field, heading to their changing rooms while stability is assessed.
How did the stadium situation impact the CAF Confederation Cup semi-final?
The stadium situation directly impacted the CAF Confederation Cup semi-final by delaying its scheduled kick-off. Officials are now assessing conditions to determine if the match can proceed as planned, with a potential postponement not being ruled out.
What is the immediate next step for the Olympique Safi vs. USM Alger match?
The immediate next step for the Olympique Safi vs. USM Alger match is for CAF officials to monitor the situation at El Massira Stadium. They will only give the green light for kick-off once calm and stability have been fully restored inside the venue.
