FC Saint Eloi Lupopo and the Don Bosco Sports Circle were neutralized (1-1) this Saturday, March 2 at the Kibasa Maliba stadium as part of the first day of the LINAFOOT play-off phase.
The Cheminots opened the scoring in the 22nd minute with a free kick converted by Patou Kabangu. The Salesians reacted in the second half. On a masterful header, Israel Ekofo equalized in the 53rd minute. Final score 1-1.
This draw allows Maniema Union to keep the lead in the standings with 3 points +2.
The partial classification is presented as follows:
1. Maniema Union 3 points +2
2. Lupopo 1 point
3. Don Bosco 1 point
4. Black Dolphins 0 points.
This first day will continue this Sunday with the duel between AS V. Club and FC les Aigles du Congo. Initially planned at the tata Raphaël stadium, it is ultimately at the Martyrs stadium that this meeting will be played.
All security arrangements have been made to ensure the smooth running of this match, declared Colonel Faustin Nsumbu, commander responsible for maintaining public order for this match.