Abu Salim was hoping to get a positive result at home to travel to Berkane with an advantage. However, the match ended goalless in a 0-0 draw in the CAF Confederation Cup quarterfinals.

Egypt's Zamalek managed to overcome (1-0) Abu Salim during the first matchday of the CAF Confederations Cup. The lone goal of the match was scored by Youssef Ibrahim in the 73rd minute.