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Caf Confederation Cup: Three star men from matchday one

The Caf Confederation Cup group stage began this weekend, with a series of fascinating fixtures across Africa.

In this feature, Goal’s Ed Dove picks out the three players who impressed him the most during the opening weekend—and the stats that underpinned their success.

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Editors' Picks

Bidvest Wits endured a testing opening group-stage bout, as they were held 0-0 at home against Horoya in another match in which they failed to find the net.

The Clever Boys created ample chances, however, and largely controlled the contest against a more physical, rugged Malian side, who came to South Africa content to take a draw.