The Lubumbashi derby arouses particular excitement in the hearts of Congolese football fans. After three long years of waiting, TP Mazembe and FC Lupopo meet at the Frédéric Kibassa stadium for the first leg of the Linafoot Play-offs. This meeting is of capital importance for the two clubs which are vying for a place in continental competition.
FC Lupopo, determined to honor its colors, is preparing ardently to challenge its eternal rival. Coach Mohammed Magassouba and his men sharpen their weapons with determination and will. Aware of the difficulty of the task that awaits them, they promise a merciless fight, driven by their mentality and their ability to act on the ground. They know that facing an opponent such as TP Mazembe, every moment counts and every gesture must be weighed and measured.
For their part, the Ravens of TP Mazembe are showing themselves to be intractable this season in the Play-offs. Undefeated, they display the best attack and the best defense, imposing their domination on the championship. Despite these impressive statistics, coach Magassouba and his players remain confident. They know that in football, it is the end result that takes precedence, whatever the difficulties encountered on the path to victory. Each match is a new challenge, a new opportunity to prove their worth and their determination to achieve their goals.
This Lubumbashi derby is much more than a simple sporting event. It is an event that brings together an entire community around its passion for football, a tradition anchored in the country’s history. The stands of the Frédéric Kibassa stadium will resonate with the songs and encouragement of supporters from both camps, creating a unique atmosphere marked by rivalry and passion.
In this long-awaited duel, each team will have to draw on the depths of its resources to win and write its name in golden letters in the history of Congolese football. The Lubumbashi derby is back, to the delight of fans, ready to offer an unforgettable spectacle and intense emotions. May the best prevail, may football triumph and may passion vibrate on every patch of lawn at the Frédéric Kibassa stadium.