Rayon Sports secured a crucial victory against AS Kigali in the 21st round of the Rwanda Premier League 2024-25, widening the gap to four points between them and APR FC, which sits in second place. The win reaffirmed Rayon Sports’ dominance in the league, taking them a step closer to the championship title.
On Sunday, March 15, 2025, Rayon
Sports hosted AS Kigali at Kigali Pele Stadium in a highly anticipated match.
The hosts emerged victorious with a 2-1 scoreline, extending their lead at the
top of the table with 46 points, while APR FC trails with 42 points.
The match started with both teams
displaying attacking intent. AS Kigali struck first in the 25th minute when
Emmanuel Okwi took advantage of a defensive lapse by Bugingo Hakim, lobbing the
ball over Rayon Sports’ goalkeeper Khadime Ndiaye to make it 1-0.
Rayon Sports responded with
relentless pressure, creating several opportunities to equalize. Despite their
efforts, AS Kigali held firm, taking their lead into halftime.
As the second half commenced, Rayon
Sports intensified their attacks. The breakthrough came in the 64th minute when
Kanamugire Roger scored a header from a well-taken corner by Muhire Kevin,
bringing the game level at 1-1.
With momentum on their side, Rayon
Sports pushed forward in search of the winning goal.
In the 73rd minute, Biramahire
Abeddy delivered the decisive goal with a clinical finish from a long pass by
Khadime Ndiaye, sending the home fans into celebration. Despite AS Kigali’s
attempts to fight back, Rayon Sports’ defense held firm to secure all three
points.
With this victory, Rayon Sports
remains in pole position in the title race. Their next fixture will be crucial
in maintaining their lead and keeping APR FC at bay. As the season nears its
climax, Rayon Sports is proving to be a strong contender for the championship,
much to the delight of their passionate supporters.
Rayon Sports defeated AS
Kigali and maintained the top spot in the league standings.
Biramahire Abeddy is
celebrating his goal that secured three points for Rayon Sports.