A week after being humiliated in the CAF Champions League, APR FC overcame Musanze FC 2-1 to get back on track and closer to the league leaders. Bosco Ruboneka and Victor Mbaoma scored for APR, while Pacifique Tuyisenge scored Musanze’s consolation.
KIGALI, October 6 – At Pele Stadium, APR handed Musanze FC the first loss of the season, boosting their morale to compete in local competition if they are to defend the league, they have won for the past four seasons.
Musanze district-sponsored club travelled from the northern province to keep their unbeaten streak and pole position in the Rwanda Premier League, in a rescheduled round 4 matchup against the defending champions
APR FC midfielder, Bosco Ruboneka gave the army side the lead after eight minutes, and Victor Mbaoma increased the lead in the 18th.
Pacifique Tuyisenge came off the bench to score a consolation goal for Sosthene Habimana’s Musanze in the 88th minute.
APR’s victory places them second on the table, behind today’s opponent Musanze. They both have 10 points, but Musanze has a better goal difference, even though APR still has a game in hand.
The Rwanda Premier League action continues tomorrow, with Marines hosting Rayon Sports in a rescheduled matchday 4 due to Rayon Sports’ international engagement
