The Panthers vs USM Alger: TV channel and kickoff time for the CAF Cup match

Equatorial Guinea’s The Panthers will face USM Alger at the 5 July 1962 Stadium in Algiers on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, in the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup’s second preliminary round. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. Algerian time (9 p.m. in France), with BeIn Sports Mena expected to broadcast the match. Following a joint request from USMA and the Algerian Football Federation, the CAF scheduled both legs in Algiers; the return match is set for October 25 at 8 p.m. USMA, the 2023 competition champions, are favorites and aim to secure a group-stage place in front of their home supporters.