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CAF Confederation Cup: Garrido wary of Nkana

Garrido's side lead the way in Group B after collecting eight points from their four games so far, but Nkana put themselves back in contention for a semi-final berth with a pulsating 4-3 win over Tunisian giants Etoile Sahel last time out.

And former Villarreal boss Garrido is taking nothing for granted as he prepares to take his team to Kitwe this weekend.

"The Nkana match is going to be a tough one following the last round's results in the Confederation Cup," said the Spaniard. 

"Now they will be looking to secure a semi-final place, but I have complete faith in my team's ability to guarantee qualification."

Al Ahly have been boosted by the news that both striker Emad Meteb and midfielder Hossam Ashour are fit for the game after thigh and stomach complaints respectively. 

Coton Sport enjoy a five-point lead over their opponents and know that a draw will be enough to see them finish top of the group with a game to spare. 

On Sunday, bottom-placed ASEC Mimosas must beat Real Bambako of Mali and hope the pool’s other result goes their way to stand any chance of qualifying for the semi-finals.