The duel between FC Saint Éloi Lupopo and Lubumbashi Sport in the National Football League was the scene of a remarkable performance by the Yellow and Blue team. Taking place at the Kibasa Maliba stadium in Lubumbashi, this match saw the Cheminots confirm their status as favourites by winning by a score of 2-0.
From the start of the match, FC Saint Éloi Lupopo imposed its pace by quickly taking the lead. A brilliant opening by Mika Michée allowed Issama Mpeko to find the back of the net, scoring the first goal of the game after only 11 minutes of play. This early opening set the tone for the rest of the match.
The Yellow and Blue then doubled the lead thanks to Horso Mwaku, who showed surgical precision by sending the ball into the back of the net with a powerful header in the 25th minute. This 2-0 lead boosted the team’s confidence and put pressure on their opponents.
Despite a few chances created by Lubumbashi Sport, goalkeeper Yves Mukawa kept a clean sheet, ensuring an important victory for FC Saint Éloi Lupopo. The match was lively and intense, with moments of suspense until the final whistle.
At the end of this match, FC Saint Éloi Lupopo took back the lead in Group A with 15 points, confirming its position as a serious contender for the title. On the other hand, Lubumbashi Sport, with 8 points in 6 matches, will have to redouble its efforts to get back in the race.
This duel between two top-level teams once again illustrated the passion and intensity of Congolese football. The fans witnessed a captivating spectacle and the players demonstrated all their talent on the pitch. FC Saint Éloi Lupopo can now savour this victory and look forward to the next challenges that await them, with the determination to continue their positive momentum to achieve new successes.