Reigning Ghana Premier League champions, FC Samartex are set to take on Moroccan club Raja Casablanca in the second round of the playoffs for the 2024/25 CAF Champions League group stages.
On Sunday afternoon, FC Samartex secured their place in the next round by overcoming Victoria United in the first-round reverse fixture.
The match, played at the Accra Sports Stadium, saw Isaac Afful score the only goal in the 8th minute, leading to a 1-0 victory.
FT: It’s over at the Accra Sports Stadium as our lads displayed a persevering spirit to protect our early lead, which subsequently secured our qualification into the next stage.#Saxfc 1:0 Victoria United#SaxfcVictoriaUnited #CAFCL #TimberGiants 🟢⚪🟢 pic.twitter.com/WivI0okqcC
— FC Samartex 2023/24 Ghana Premier League Champions (@FcSamartex1996) August 25, 2024
With a 2-0 aggregate score, coach Nurudeen Amadu’s team has progressed to face Raja Casablanca in the upcoming playoff round. This crucial tie is scheduled for September.
If FC Samartex triumphs, they will advance to the group phase of the competition for the first time in their history.