Ismailia:Kawempe Muslim Ladies from Uganda and Cameroon's Lekié Football Filles are set to clash in the CAF Women's Champions League Egypt 2026 third-place play-off. The match will take place at the Suez Canal Stadium in Ismailia on Saturday, 14 November, at 14h00 local time (12h00 GMT). Both teams are striving for a historic first podium finish for their respective countries.

According to Confederation of African Football, this encounter marks the first meeting between the two debutant teams, each representing their country for the first time at the tournament. The winner will earn a significant prize of USD 350,000, while the fourth-placed team will receive USD 300,000.

Kawempe Muslim Ladies and Lekié Football Filles have had notable journeys in the competition. Kawempe was defeated 4-1 by Mamelodi Sundowns in the semi-finals, whereas Lekié narrowly lost 1-0 to defending champions AS FAR. This third-place play-off is unprecedented as it features clubs from East Africa and Central Africa advancing beyond the group stage for the first time in the tournament's history.

Both teams have shown resilience throughout the tournament. Kawempe has scored in each of their four matches, with Anitah Namata being the first player from the team to receive a red card at the finals. Meanwhile, Lekié's matches producing a winner have all been decided by a single-goal margin, showcasing their competitive edge.

The match promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams eager to secure their place in history with a top-three finish.