In a historic achievement that reverberates through Ghanaian football, Medeama SC has etched its name in the annals of the sport by becoming the first Ghanaian club in over a decade to reach the coveted group stage of the CAF Champions League.
In a fierce and hard-fought battle against Horoya, the Ghanaian champions clinched their spot in the group stage of the 2023/24 edition of the competition, securing a 4-3 aggregate victory over two legs in the second round of the preliminary qualifiers.
The last Ghanaian club to accomplish this remarkable feat was Berekum Chelsea, achieving the same milestone in the 2012 edition of the prestigious African club football competition.
Medeama, in their inaugural attempt, has broken a long-standing spell and is now poised to rub shoulders with some of the continent’s most formidable clubs in the group stage.
This triumph not only sets Medeama apart but also distinguishes them from Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak, both of whom have clinched titles in the CAF Champions League but have struggled to progress beyond the first round of the qualifiers in recent years.
Beyond the prestige of this accomplishment, it brings substantial financial rewards, with Medeama SC set to earn $550,000 for their remarkable journey to the group stage of the CAF Champions League this season.
This historic qualification is a testament to the team’s unwavering resolve and dedication, solidifying their reputation on the continental stage and igniting hopes for even greater success in the future.
Additionally, this marks a remarkable period for Ghanaian football, as it witnesses the simultaneous participation of two Ghanaian teams, Medeama and Dreams FC, in the group stage of the CAF Inter-club competitions after over a decade. This achievement promises an exciting and competitive season ahead for Ghanaian football on the continental stage.
