Asante Kotoko will open their 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup campaign against Nigeria’s Kwara United in the first preliminary round, following Saturday’s draw.

The Ghanaian FA Cup champions booked their spot in the competition after edging Golden Kicks 2-1 in last month’s final. This will be Kotoko’s first appearance in the tournament since 2022, with the Kumasi giants determined to make a strong statement on the continental stage.

Kotoko will host the first leg at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi between September 19 and 21, before travelling to Nigeria for the return match from September 26 to 28.

Kwara United, meanwhile, qualified after winning their maiden President’s Federation Cup title, defeating Abakaliki FC 4-3 on penalties following a goalless draw in the final.

If Kotoko progress, they will face Moroccan heavyweights Wydad Casablanca in the second preliminary round. Wydad, multiple-time African champions, will join the competition at that stage.

The second-round first legs are scheduled for October 17–19, with the return fixtures set for October 24–26.