Rayon Sports secured their place in the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup final with an impressive 3-1 victory over South Sudan's Jamus SC on Tuesday evening, ending a 28-year wait for a return to the tournament's championship match. The Rwandan giants started cautiously as Jamus SC enjoyed the better of the opening exchanges, creating early pressure and winning several set pieces. However, Rayon Sports gradually settled into the game and broke the deadlock in the 16th minute. Midfielder Muderi Akibar headed home from close range after a well-worked attacking move initiated by Kabange, giving the Blues

Rayon Sports secured their place in the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup final with an impressive 3-1 victory over South Sudan's Jamus SC on Tuesday evening, ending a 28-year wait for a return to the tournament's championship match. The Rwandan giants started cautiously as Jamus SC enjoyed the better of the opening exchanges, creating early pressure and winning several set pieces. However, Rayon Sports gradually settled into the game and broke the deadlock in the 16th minute. Midfielder Muderi Akibar headed home from close range after a well-worked attacking move initiated by Kabange, giving the Blues a deserved 1-0 lead. Rayon Sports continued to control possession and looked dangerous going forward, with Elie Tatou, Issa Djiguiba and Junior Kameni combining well in attack. Despite several chances at both ends, the Rwandan side maintained their one-goal advantage until halftime. The second half began at a high tempo, and Rayon Sports doubled their lead in the 57th minute through Ibrahim Djingarey. The striker finished calmly after an excellent backheel assist from Issa Djiguiba, capping off a flowing attacking move. Jamus responded quickly, pulling one back in the 69th minute through Diaro Mbandiago, who capitalized on a defensive lapse to make it 2-1 and set up a tense finish. With Jamus pushing for an equalizer, Rayon Sports remained composed and sealed the victory in the 86th minute. Substitute Tambwe Ngongo Gloire struck from a well-delivered free kick to restore the two-goal cushion and confirm a memorable 3-1 win for the Rwandan club. The victory sends Rayon Sports into their first CECAFA Kagame Cup final since 1998, marking a historic achievement for the club and its supporters. They will now face Gor Mahia of Kenya in the final, scheduled for Friday at 7:00 p.m. (CAT), after the Kenyan champions defeated Al Hilal in the other semifinal. Rayon Sports will be aiming to complete their remarkable campaign by lifting the regional title and ending nearly three decades of waiting with CECAFA Kagame Cup glory.

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