Tanzanian champions Yanga have been dealt a massive blow ahead of their CAF Confederation Cup final against Algerian side USM Alger as influential midfielder Khalid Aucho will be unavailable for selection.Yanga are expected to confront the Algerian club in a two-legged final of the continental inter-club second tier tournament.##NAJAVA_MECA_7277235##The first leg of the final is set to be contested at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium on Sunday with Alger hosting the return leg a week later.Aucho, will miss both legs for accumulating six yellow cards in the tournament, which attracts a two-game ban.The former Gor Mahia midfielder has been an influential and a strong pillar in the midfield since sealing the move to the record Tanzanian champions in August 2021.Pinchez relishing the coaching opportunity at Nairobi City StarsThe Ugandan international took to his social media accounts to announce his unavailability in the finals and at the same time, offered a word of apology to the fans.“I can’t believe this because it’s the worst news I got this year I feel heartbroken for not playing in these two CAF finals but inshallah my brothers will bring this trophy and will be happy again good luck Yanga. And sorry to the fans,” he wrote.The Nasreddine Nabi-coached side also confirmed the development that certainly leaves the Tunisian gaffer scratching his head over Aucho’s replacement.Against All Odds: The inspirational journey of Paul Jawa, refugee turned football starYanga advanced to the final for the first time after edging South Africa side Marumo Gallants 4-1 on aggregate in the semifinals.Yanga who were recently crowned Tanzanian league champions have been promised goodies by Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan in the event that they lay hands on the continental crown.
