Last Sunday, TP Mazembe wrote a new page in its history by winning a crucial victory against Esperance Sportive de Tunis in the quarter-final first leg of the African Football League. The Ravens, considered outsiders in this competition, created a surprise by winning with a score of 1-0, thus taking a good option for qualification in the semi-final. This victory confirms the good start to the season for the Congolese club, which seems to have found the right formula to shine on the African scene.
Since the start of the season, TP Mazembe is undefeated in all competitions in which it participates. Whether in the National Football League, the CAF Cup or the African Football League, the Ravens have had a perfect run with eight wins and one draw in nine matches. This series of results is the result of hard work and a solid defense put in place by coach Lamine N’Diaye.
Indeed, defensive solidity is one of the main strengths of TP Mazembe this season. No goals have been conceded since the start of the campaign, even against formidable opponents like FC Lupopo and Esperance Sportive de Tunis. This remarkable performance is partly explained by the complementarity between defenders Mondeko and Kalonji, who play a key role in the strength of the team.
But it is not only in defense that TP Mazembe excels. Offensively, the team also displays good statistics, with a total of 20 goals scored in nine matches. The club’s forwards, such as Simon Banza and Meschack Elia, live up to expectations, contributing to the team’s positive dynamic.
This domination in the different competitions attests to the work carried out by the Lubumbashi club on the transfer market. The recruitments made during the last transfer window paid off and allowed TP Mazembe to strengthen its squad. In addition, the return of coach Lamine N’Diaye, who had already enjoyed success with the club in the past, was also a determining factor in this success.
If this good series of results continues, TP Mazembe could well continue to create surprises and shine on the African scene. The next stage will be the return match against Espérance Sportive de Tunis, where the Ravens will try to confirm their advantage acquired during the first confrontation. Regardless, the Congolese club has already shown that it will have to be counted on this season, and that great performances are to be expected.