Defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns eliminated from CAF Champions League as Group Stage clubs confirmed

The 16 clubs for the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League 2026/27 Group Stage have been confirmed following the conclusion of the Second Preliminary Round. Notably, defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns suffered a shock elimination. The Group Stage draw is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, in Cairo, Egypt.