Galaxy carry twin CAF hopes

The Reds were eliminated in the opening round by Tanzanian giants Simba SC, succumbing to a 2–1 aggregate score after a 1–0 home defeat and a 1–1 draw away.

The setback places additional pressure on Jwaneng Galaxy, Botswana's remaining contender in CAF club competitions. Galaxy advanced to the second preliminary round after overcoming Malawi's Mighty Wanderers in a dramatic penalty shootout. Having lost 1–0 away, Galaxy secured a 1–0 home victory before triumphing 7–6 on penalties. Their progression underscores the club's growing stature on the continental stage.