El Botola Exclusively Reveals Official Date and Time for CAF Champions League Final First Leg Between Sundowns and AS FAR
T.E (Elbotola)
03 May 2026at13:40
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has decided to schedule the first leg of the African Champions League final between South Africa's Sundowns and AS FAR for Sunday, May 17, instead of Friday, May 15.
El Botola learned from its sources that the match will kick off at 2:00 PM GMT. This change comes after a request from the South African representative to postpone the encounter by 48 hours, citing difficulties in holding it on the originally planned date.
El Botola had previously reported a potential shift in the final's first leg date, based on information obtained from its sources within the continental governing body.
Q&A
What is the new date for the CAF Champions League Final first leg?
The CAF Champions League Final first leg between Sundowns and AS FAR has been rescheduled. It will now take place on Sunday, May 17, at 2:00 PM GMT. This change follows a request from the South African team.
Why was the CAF Champions League Final first leg date changed?
The CAF Champions League Final first leg date was changed following a request from the South African representative, Sundowns. They cited difficulties in hosting the match on the originally planned day, leading to a 48-hour postponement.
Who officially confirmed the new schedule for the CAF Champions League Final first leg?
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) officially confirmed the new schedule. El Botola learned from its sources within the continental governing body that the match between Sundowns and AS FAR would be postponed by two days.
