OC Safi aims to make history against USM Alger in CAF Confederation Cup semi-final

The CAF Confederation Cup semi-final between Olympic Club de Safi and USM Alger is a pivotal moment for Safi, who are two matches away from their first continental final. Coached by Chokri Khatoui, the team seeks a positive away result before the return leg. Safi has already made history by qualifying for the CAF Cup group stage for the first time and then surprisingly eliminating Wydad de Casablanca, a tournament favorite, in the quarter-finals. The two teams have met twice before in Group A, with USM Alger winning 1-0 in Safi and a 0-0 draw in Algiers. Safi is determined to secure an advantage against the experienced Algerian side. Under the guidance of Tunisian coach Chokri Khatoui, appointed in late February, OCS has found stability after a difficult period in Botola Pro Inwi, moving away from the relegation zone and developing a strong competitive spirit.