FC Samartex draws Cameroon’s Victoria United in CAF Champions League Preliminary Round
By Nana Kwame Bediako Ghana Premier League Champions FC Samartex have been drawn against Cameroon’s Victoria United for the 2024–2025 preliminary round of the CAF Champions League. The draw has set the stage for an exciting journey as Samartex prepares to showcase their prowess on the continental stage. Samartex will kick off their campaign with […]
By Nana Kwame Bediako
Ghana Premier League Champions FC Samartex have been drawn against Cameroon’s Victoria United for the 2024–2025 preliminary round of the CAF Champions League. The draw has set the stage for an exciting journey as Samartex prepares to showcase their prowess on the continental stage.
Samartex will kick off their campaign with an away game in Cameroon, facing the formidable Victoria United on their home turf. This first leg will be crucial for the Ghanaian champions, as they aim to gain an advantage before returning to their home ground. The matches for the first preliminary round will be played from August 16 to 25, 2024.
The return leg will see Victoria United travel to Ghana, where they will face Samartex in front of their home crowd. The second leg is anticipated to be equally intense as both teams vie for a spot in the next round of the prestigious competition. For Samartex, playing on home soil will be a significant advantage, with the support of their loyal fans providing a much-needed boost.
This preliminary round fixture is not only a test of skill and strategy but also a chance for Samartex to make a statement on the African continent for the first time. The outcome of this tie could set the tone for the rest of their Champions League journey, making it a must-watch event for football fans everywhere, particularly in Ghana.
The winner of this tie will play against ASGNN or RAJA CA in the second preliminary round for a place in the group stage.
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