By Etienne Mainimo Mengnjo
The highly anticipated clash between Dzekwa Rangers and Chitah FC in the ongoing Bui Sports Fans Competition lived up to its billing, concluding in a thrilling 2-2 draw.
The match, which counted as the second day of play, was a spectacular, nerve-striking contest between two teams widely considered the strongest in the competition.
Dzekwa Rangers were the first to make a move, pulling ahead with the opening goal of the match. A beautifully delivered corner kick paved the way for the strike.
Following the goal, Dzekwa pressed hard, attempting to double their tally with multiple offensive pushes, but their efforts were continually thwarted by a staunch Chitah defense.
Chitah FC fought diligently to equalize the deficit. Their sustained pressure was intense, yet time and again, their forward momentum was skillfully halted by the vigilant Dzekwa defensive line, leaving the score at 1-0 going into the break.
The second half began with a renewed vigor from Chitah FC. Their perseverance paid off when they finally responded, capitalizing on a poorly positioned Dzekwa defense to level the scoreline.
Shortly after, Chitah’s struggle to take the lead materialized. They were awarded a penalty kick, which was confidently converted, shifting the momentum and giving them a 2-1 lead.
This turnaround sparked urgency in both camps, pushing the teams to intensify their offensive play and create more goal-scoring opportunities.
The match looked set to end in a victory for Chitah FC, but Dzekwa Rangers had one final push left.
With barely a few minutes remaining on the clock, Dzekwa managed to break through, scoring a crucial equalizer to end the dramatic encounter in a 2-2 stalemate.
The result sees both teams share the points, keeping the competition finely balanced as the tournament moves into its next phase.
