The fifth day of the Rwanda Premier League (RPL) served up excitement with shocking results, thrilling encounters and a weather-interrupted match. From Mukura VS surprising loss to APR FC goalless draw, the weekend was full of action that captivated football fans across the country. Friday, September 27, 2024 : The action kicked off with Mukura Victory Sports traveling from the Southern Province to face Gorilla FC in Kigali. Mukura's difficult start to the season continued as they suffered a surprising 3-1 defeat. Many were left questioning the team’s poor form in the early stages of the cham

The fifth day of the Rwanda Premier League (RPL) served up excitement with shocking results, thrilling encounters and a weather-interrupted match. From Mukura VS surprising loss to APR FC goalless draw, the weekend was full of action that captivated football fans across the country.

Friday, September 27, 2024

: The action kicked off with Mukura Victory Sports traveling from the Southern Province to face Gorilla FC in Kigali. Mukura's difficult start to the season continued as they suffered a surprising 3-1 defeat. Many were left questioning the team’s poor form in the early stages of the championship.

Mukura victory sports lost to Gorilla Fc and continue struggling starts of new season

In another Friday fixture, Bugesera FC played with Gasogi United at Bugesera Stadium. Despite the pre-match drama by Gasogi United’s president, KNC, who declared that he would buy a ticket rather than accept an invitation to the match, the game ended in a goalless draw.

A showdown between Bugesera fc and Gasogi united ends with a goalless draw

Saturday, September 28, 2024

: On Saturday, the focus shifted to the Western Province, specifically Rubavu District, where Rayon Sports played against Rutsiro FC. Rayon Sports emerged victorious with a 1-0 win, courtesy of a goal from Iraguha Hadji, a player who grew up at Rutsiro FC.

IRAGUHA Hadji scores a winner  to seal the deal for Rayon sports against his former club Rutsiro Fc

Elsewhere, Musanze FC hosted Marine FC in a tightly contested game that ended in a 1-1 draw. Meanwhile, AS Kigali continued their solid form with a 2-1 away win over Muhazi United.

Sunday, September 29, 2024

: Sunday brought more drama in Rubavu, as APR FC, fresh from their CAF Champions League campaign, took on Etincelles FC in what was expected to be an easy win for APR. However, the game ended in a surprising goalless draw, leaving fans across Rubavu and beyond stunned. Despite boasting new foreign signings and experienced players, APR FC could not break through Etincelles' defense.

Etincelles fight up to the last minute to get a draw against defending champion APR FC in a dramatic weekend in Rubavu district

In another fixture, Kiyovu Sports hosted Amagaju FC in Kigali. Kiyovu’s struggles continued as they fell to a 2-0 defeat, prompting further concerns over the club’s poor start to the season.

After 4-0 loss to Police Fc, Kiyovu sports repeat the fault to Amagaju FC and worst start of season continued

The final match of the weekend saw newly-promoted Vision FC take on Police FC at Kigali Pele Stadium. The first half ended with 0-0 draw, but heavy rainfall forced the game to be postponed at halftime.The Rwanda Premier League board announced that the remaining 45 minutes will be played on Monday, September 30, at 3 PM.

A first half goalless draw between Vision fc and Police fc delayed by heavy rainfall at Kigali Pele Stadium

Despite the delay, Police FC remained at the top of the league table.

Rwanda premier league table after day 5

This weekend's results have raised questions about the form of several top clubs, including APR FC and Kiyovu Sports, while teams like Rayon Sports and Police FC continue to make their mark early in the season. The upcoming matches promise to add even more intrigue as the season unfolds.

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