By Etienne Mainimo Mengnjo
The second day of play in the ongoing Play-Offs Down tournament began on a positive note for AS Fortuna. Fauve Azur played host to AS Fortuna at the Ngoa Ekele Military stadium in Yaoundé, setting the stage for an intense and exciting match.
Both teams were brimming with anticipation for the showdown, but it was the talented Fortuna striker, Adrien Boris Mfoumou, who quickly left his mark on the game.
Seizing an opportunity presented by a defensive error, Mfoumou skillfully outmaneuvered the Fauve Azur goalkeeper in the 12th minute, propelling AS Fortuna into an early lead.
Not to be outdone, Kévin Mfede of Fauve Azur showcased his prowess with a spectacular free-kick at the 28th minute, leveling the score to 1-1.
However, Fauve Azur’s moment of celebration was short-lived as Fortuna swiftly regained the lead just two minutes later, courtesy of a well-executed brace from Mfoumou.
As the first half drew to a close, Fortuna maintained their lead, heading into halftime with a score of 2-1.
After the halftime break, Fauve Azur team displayed a newfound sense of determination and creativity, eager to turn the tide of the match.
Their efforts paid off when captain Kantin Ngomeni delivered a magical equalizer in the 58th minute, igniting the spirits of the Fauve supporters.
As the clock ticked down, Boris Mfoumou once again showcased his scoring prowess by completing a hat-trick amidst a chaotic scramble in the penalty box, putting AS Fortuna ahead at 3-2.
Despite Fortuna facing adversity with two players receiving red cards, they managed to maintain their lead until the final whistle.
Following their draw with Bamboutos on the opening day, Fauve Azur now holds two points after two games, while Fortuna stands strong with four points, positioning themselves well on the path to securing their survival in the competition.
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