Durban City Make History With 6-1 Aggregate Victory to Reach CAF Confederation Cup Group Stages

Durban City have made history by securing qualification for the group stages of the CAF Confederation Cup after delivering an impressive 6-1 aggregate victory over Mauritian side AS Port Louis 2000.

The South African club confirmed their place in the next stage with a commanding 3-0 away win at the Côte d'Or National Sports Complex on Sunday, 25 October 2026. The result followed their 3-1 victory in the first leg at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, completing a convincing performance across both encounters.

Under head coach Eric Tinkler, Durban City demonstrated their attacking quality and determination, refusing to rely solely on their first-leg advantage. They approached the return fixture with confidence and quickly established control of the contest.

Veteran forward Gaston Sirino opened the scoring in the 12th minute, giving the visitors an early advantage and putting further pressure on the hosts. Haashim Domingo doubled Durban City's lead in the 25th minute, extending their aggregate advantage to 5-1 and leaving AS Port Louis with a difficult task.

Durban City maintained their attacking intensity after the interval, with substitute Ethan Brooks making an immediate impact. Brooks found the net in the 52nd minute to complete the 3-0 victory on the day and secure a remarkable 6-1 aggregate triumph.

The achievement marks a significant milestone in Durban City's continental journey, particularly after their successful qualifying campaign against Burundi's Rukinzo.

Their qualification also provides a boost for South African football following Kaizer Chiefs' elimination from the competition by Zambia's Red Arrows. With Orlando Pirates competing in the CAF Champions League, Durban City will now carry the country's hopes in the Confederation Cup.

Tinkler and his team will await the group-stage draw as they prepare to face stronger continental opposition. For Durban City, reaching this stage represents an opportunity to establish themselves among Africa's competitive clubs and demonstrate that they can compete beyond South Africa's borders.

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