SC Kiyovu ended their slump with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Vision FC, taking a major step toward securing their Rwanda Premier League (RPL) survival for the 2024–25 season.
On April 25, SC Kiyovu defeated Vision FC to claim their fourth consecutive win — and their sixth in the last seven matches — climbing to a surprising 8th place in the provisional RPL standings.
Following a 1-0 home win over Police FC, Kiyovu continued their impressive revival by collecting crucial away points, beating Etincelles at Umuganda Stadium, Mukura at Huye Stadium, and now Vision FC at KPS— all without conceding a goal.
Under the guidance of coach Malik Wade, Kiyovu once again leaned on the heroics of captain and goalkeeper Djihad Nzeyurwanda, who delivered another stellar performance, just as he did against Mukura last week.
After a goalless first half, Kiyovu improved their attacking play, and in the 59th minute, experienced Burundian right-back Abdul Karim Nizigiyimana delivered a powerful cross that was deflected into the net by Vision FC defender Stephen Bonny, giving Kiyovu a much-needed lead that they protected until the final whistle.
Securing three points against a direct relegation rival proved crucial for Kiyovu’s ambitions to remain in the top flight.
- Related story: SC Kiyovu also won the first leg battle against Vision FC.
The Green Baggies now sit 8th in the table, six points clear of Bugesera, who are currently in 15th place.
Kiyovu Sports yateye intambwe nyuma yo kwitwara neza kuri uyu wa Gatanu, mu gihe Vision FC yagumye ku mwanya wa 16.
Urabona imikino 7 y’umunsi wa 25 isigaye gukinwa izakora izihe mpinduka ku rutonde rwa RPL?#RwandaPremierLeague #RPL pic.twitter.com/3WHTqXPYmj
— Rwanda Premier League (@RwandaLeague) April 25, 2025
SC Kiyovu will aim to continue their winning run when they face Muhazi United on May 3 at KPS.
