Dreams suffered a 3-0 defeat, crashing out of the CAF Confederation Cup. Egyptian giants Zamalek relied on their experience to beat the Ghanaian debutants. Zamalek now awaits either USM Alger or RS Berkane in the final.
Hopes were high for Dreams FC to create history as the first Ghanaian side in the last two decades to reach the final.
However, it was Zamalek who asserted their dominance throughout the game, ultimately emerging victorious.
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Tunisian defender Hamza Mathlouti opened the scoring for Zamalek in the 12th minute, capitalising on a precise pass from Zizo. The visitors doubled their lead in the 27th minute, with Samson Akinyoola converting Mostafa Shalaby’s pass to extend their advantage.
Despite Dreams FC’s efforts, Zamalek maintained control, with Shalaby sealing the victory just before the hour mark. The experience of the Egyptian side proved crucial in securing their place in the final.
Although Dreams FC held Zamalek to a goalless draw in the first leg, their opponents’ dominance in the second leg resulted in a 3-0 defeat.