Durban City FC is set to embark on a historic journey as they prepare for their first-ever participation in continental football. The team, which qualified for the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup by winning the Nedbank Cup, will face Burundi’s Rukinzo Football Club in a two-legged preliminary round match.
The draw conducted by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially confirmed Durban City as the first-ever opponents for the Citizens in this prestigious competition. The matches are scheduled to take place between September 4-6, 2026, with the first leg being hosted at home, followed by a trip to Burundi for the return fixture on September 11-13.
The stakes are high as the winner of these two-legged ties will secure their spot in the next round of the competition. Durban City FC is now focusing on preparing for this significant challenge and ensuring they give their best performance to advance further in the tournament.
Further details, including venue information, kick-off times, and ticketing, will be communicated through official channels in due course.
