ES Zarzis vs Diambars - CAF Confederation Cup

A fascinating CAF Confederation Cup chapter awaits on September 4, 2026 when ES Zarzis take on Diambars at the home ground — two sides with plenty to play for and everything to prove. The 25-year-old suffered the injury after an inadvertent clash with his own team-mate as he and Mathias Olivera both challenged for possession late in the first half.

In the CAF Confederation Cup table, ES Zarzis currently occupy 17th and Diambars sit 24th, and the context adds genuine weight to what is already an intriguing fixture. The hosts will hope that the the home ground crowd can inspire a performance, whatever the numbers suggest. Diambars will travel with intent, knowing that a positive result here could kick-start their campaign. The Reds continue to retain an interest in the midfielder Manu Kone and left-back Lewis Hall, while one remaining high-profile departure this summer could come in the form of Marcus Rashford.

How the two sides approach the contest strategically will be key. ES Zarzis will want to control proceedings in front of their own supporters, while Diambars will back themselves to cause problems on the break. There is interest in adding another forward player who can play in one of those wide No 10 roles behind the striker in the 3-4-2-1 formation that Sage is expected to continue with at Selhurst Park.

Neither side is short on individuals capable of tilting the balance, and the duel between the two squads' chief creators could prove particularly pivotal. Set-piece specialists and aerial threats on both sides mean dead-ball situations could carry outsized importance. Leny Yoro believes Manchester United can win the Premier League(Image: Manchester United via Getty Images) Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee has offered Juventus an 'initial yes', per Gazzetta dello Sport.

With the sides closely matched, the outcome may well hinge on which team takes its chances on the day. Given the balance of the numbers, ES Zarzis should have enough to edge it — a 2-1 victory looks the most likely outcome. The ramifications of this result could ripple through the CAF Confederation Cup standings for weeks to come, regardless of who comes out on top. Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says a verdict on the alleged charges against Manchester City "has taken longer than expected".