In the highly competitive world of Congolese football, the Lushois derby between FC Saint Éloi Lupopo and TP Mazembe represents much more than just a championship match. It is an emblematic confrontation that arouses passions and rivalries among the supporters, players and coaches of the two legendary clubs of the copper capital.
This Sunday, October 20, 2024 will mark the 185th edition of this intense derby, which will take place at the Frédéric Kibasa Maliba stadium. The stakes are high for both teams, in this crucial phase of the 30th edition of Ligue 1. FC Saint Éloi Lupopo, under the leadership of its coach Luc Eymael, aims to end a series of defeats against its eternal rival, TP Mazembe.
The energy surrounding this derby goes far beyond the three points at stake. For Eymael, this encounter is an opportunity to restore his team’s confidence, break Mazembe’s supremacy and mark a new era of victories for Lupopo in this historic derby. The pressure is palpable, the expectations are high, and every player knows they must give their best to win.
The recent history of this derby is marked by twists and turns, moments of glory and disappointments for both sides. The rivalry between Lupopo and Mazembe is deeply rooted in the DNA of Congolese football, and each meeting between these two giants is a spectacle not to be missed.
The Cheminots de Lupopo approach this match with determination, driven by the desire to redeem their stinging defeat in the previous play-offs. The motivation is strong on the side of Luc Eymael’s team, who knows that only a victory against Mazembe can restore confidence to the club, the supporters and the entire city of Lubumbashi.
This Lushois derby is therefore announced as an unmissable event for Congolese football fans. Between historical rivalry, major sporting stakes and overflowing passion, the show promises to live up to the most demanding expectations. May the best club win, and may football always be the big winner of this magnificent derby!