Korhogo vs AS PSI - CAF Confederation Cup

The history between Korhogo and AS PSI lends this CAF Confederation Cup fixture an extra layer of spice, and when the two walk out at the home ground on September 13, 2026, recent encounters will be on everyone's mind. The 74-year-old Hoops boss admitted that "it'll be a bit strange not having the (Celtic) fans in but I'm nervously and excitedly looking forward to it; it's a great fixture" and also spoke about the police visit.

Korhogo head into the contest positioned 10th in the CAF Confederation Cup standings, while AS PSI arrive sitting 38th. Korhogo will be keen to seize the initiative and build some momentum on home soil. AS PSI's away form is hard to read, but they will arrive with the belief that they can trouble their hosts. In what is arguably the most pointed contrast to Chelsea's recruitment strategy of recent years, Andrich was almost 25 years old when he made his Bundesliga debut for Union Berlin.

Tactically, the contest promises a fascinating contrast. Korhogo will look to impose their style on home soil, while AS PSI are likely to have ideas of their own about how to gain the upper hand. Schalke were third bottom for possession in winning the second tier, let alone facing Bayern.

Neither side is short on individuals capable of tilting the balance, and the duel between the two squads' chief creators could prove particularly pivotal. How each side deals with the other's danger men — and who takes their chances when they come — will be central to the outcome. Parma have officially announced their signing of centre-forward El Bilal Toure, who became the most expensive arrival in Atalanta’s history when he joined from Almeria in the summer of 2023.

With the sides closely matched, the outcome may well hinge on which team takes its chances on the day. On balance, Korhogo look well-placed to claim all three points, and a 2-1 home win would not come as a surprise. The result at the home ground could resonate well beyond matchday in the CAF Confederation Cup picture. Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says a verdict on the alleged charges against Manchester City "has taken longer than expected".