APR FC will host Zamalek SC in the first leg of the second preliminary round of the CAF Champions League, with the Rwandan side aiming to secure an advantage before the return fixture.

Zamalek arrive with greater experience of African competition and will be expected to provide a significant test for APR. The home team will need a strong performance if they are to take control of the tie at this stage.

APR FC’s squad is made up largely of Rwandan players, supplemented by several foreign recruits. Playing in front of their own supporters, they are expected to rely on their collective organisation and team unity against the Egyptian club.

The probable APR FC starting XI is:

Goalkeeper: Pavelh Ndzila

Defenders: Claude Niyomugabo, Clement Niyigena, Jean Gilbert Byiringiro, Yunusu Watara Nshimiyimana

Midfielders: Taddeo Lwanga, Mohamadou Lamine Bah, Dauda Yussif Seidu, Jean Bosco Ruboneka

Forwards: Mamadou Sy, Gilbert Mugisha

Zamalek have a competitive squad and will look to the experience of Abdallah El Said to add creativity and an attacking threat. The Egyptian side have the quality to pursue a positive result away from home and will hope to return from Rwanda with a favourable position ahead of the second leg.

The probable Zamalek SC starting XI is:

Goalkeeper: Mahdi Soliman

Defenders: Omar Gaber, Mohamed Ismail, Mahmoud Hamdy El-Wensh, Mahmoud Bentayg

Midfielders: Mohamed Shehata, Abdallah El Said, Ahmed Rabie

Forwards: Chico Banza, Ahmed Sherif

The match is scheduled to take place soon as part of the second preliminary round of the CAF Champions League. Information on the kick-off time, broadcast channel and viewing options is included in the match details.

The listed betting odds make Zamalek the clear favourites. APR FC are priced at 6,16 to win, while a draw is rated at 3,66 and a Zamalek victory at 1,48.