Behind the scenes of the Kibasa Maliba stadium, a thrilling meeting took place between FC Saint Éloi Lupopo and Lubumbashi Sport. This match was marked by the intensity of the game and the twists and turns.
From the kick-off, Lupopo players tried to take control of the match, but were surprised by the speed and effectiveness of the Lubumbashi team’s counter-attacks. This is how Tumbo opened the scoring in the 17th minute, taking advantage of a ball poorly saved by the opposing goalkeeper. The Reds and Whites then hit the nail on the head with a second goal from Lukusa before the hour mark.
Despite the initiatives of Patou Kabangu and his team, they came up against a solid defense led by Lwabeya. Each attempt by Lupopo was met with fierce resistance. Finally, it was on a cross from the Yellows and Blues that the Kamikazes scored against their camp, reducing the gap to 2-1. Despite intense pressure in the final minutes, Lubumbashi Sport managed to hold on and preserve their victory.
This defeat is a hard blow for Lupopo, who has just recorded his first defeat of the season in the league. The players will have to pull themselves together and work on their weak points to stay in the race for first place currently occupied by Mazembe.
This meeting also highlighted individual performances, notably that of Lwabeya who shone in defense for Lubumbashi Sport. His solid presence greatly contributed to his team’s victory.
The season therefore promises to be exciting, with a fierce fight for the title between the different teams. Lupopo supporters hope that this defeat will be a simple blip and that the team will be able to get back on the path to victory in the next matches.
In conclusion, the meeting between FC Saint Éloi Lupopo and Lubumbashi Sport was full of twists and turns. Lubumbashi Sport’s victory confirmed their good form and their ambition to qualify for the playoffs. For Lupopo, it’s a hard blow, but the championship is still long and everything remains possible. The next meetings will be decisive to determine who will take first place. The suspense is at its height and the supporters are impatient to follow the next days of the championship.