APR FC Ends Six-Year Curse with Thrilling Win Over AS Kigali

APR FC defeated AS Kigali 1-0 in a highly anticipated match on Matchday 11 of the league, ending a six-year winless streak against the team.

This match attracted attention as AS Kigali offered a bonus of 150,000 Rwandan Francs to their players. Meanwhile, APR FC aimed to erase their poor record against AS Kigali.

The game began slowly, with both teams being cautious and creating few scoring opportunities. After 20 minutes, APR FC started attacking, with Mamadou Sy and Niyibizi Ramadhan missing chances. At 35 minutes, AS Kigali responded but failed to capitalize on their opportunities, with Emmanuel Okwi missing a crucial chance.

Just before halftime, Taddeo Lwanga fouled Okwi, leading to a free kick by Nkubana Marc, but it did not result in a goal. The first half ended in a goalless draw.

In the second half, APR FC made substitutions, bringing on Ruboneka Jean Bosco and Johnson Chidiebere. The game became more intense, with both sides pushing for a goal. In the 63rd minute, Ruboneka delivered a brilliant free kick, which Niyigena Clement headed into the net, giving APR FC the lead.

AS Kigali responded with increased attacks, and at 72 minutes, Ntirushwa Aime struck a great free kick, but APR's goalkeeper Pavel saved it. Despite continued efforts from both teams, no more goals were scored.

The game ended 1-0 in favor of APR FC, marking their first victory against AS Kigali since 2018.

APR FC moved to fifth place with 17 points and two games in hand, while AS Kigali remains second with 20 points. Notably, APR FC has not conceded any goals in the eight league matches played so far.

In another match on the same day, Rutsiro FC and Kiyovu Sports played a goalless draw. After Matchday 11, Rayon Sports leads the table with 26 points, followed by AS Kigali (20), Gorilla FC (19), and Police FC (18).