By Etienne Mainimo Mengnjo
Dzekwa Rangers FC of Jakiri were crowned champions of the 13th edition of the Bui Sports Fans Competition (BSFC) on Sunday, Dec. 28, following a tense penalty shootout victory over Melim United.
The final match, which drew a large crowd of passionate supporters ended in a 0-0 deadlock after regulation time. Dzekwa Rangers, the oldest participating team in the tournament’s history, finally secured the elusive trophy, succeeding 2024 champions Nso Boys.
The championship game served as the third meeting between the two rivals during the 2025 campaign, and the familiarity between the squads was evident from the opening whistle.
Both sides employed high-pressure tactics early on, though Melim United appeared more clinical in their build-up play. Melim dominated the opening 20 minutes, creating two clear scoring opportunities that narrowly missed the target.
Dzekwa Rangers eventually found their rhythm, briefly taking command of the match, but the momentum shifted back to Melim United before the halftime whistle. Despite the back-and-forth action, the first half ended goalless.
The second half reflected the first in intensity as both teams maintained high stamina, pushing deep into the final thirds of the pitch. While several strikes came close to opening the scoring, neither side could find the back of the net, leaving the cheering supporters on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.
For the Dzekwa supporters, the victory was an emotional culmination of years of participation. Supporters hailed the Jakiri club for its longevity and determination.
“I am so happy that Dzekwa United have finally won a trophy,” said a supporter. “They have suffered in this competition for a long time, always coming close but falling short. This year, their consistency and resilience finally paid off.”
The atmosphere was starkly different in the Melim United camp. Despite controlling much of the ball, the team was unable to convert their dominance into goals.
“It was a really bad day because my team played so well,” a Melim supporter said following the shootout. :They dominated on all fronts, and yet nothing good came out of it. We cry today, but we remain incredibly proud of the team’s effort.”
Shortly after the competition came to an end, fans and observers noted that the 2025 edition showcased a level of tactical maturity that rivals professional leagues. “This competition is one of the best so far in Yaounde,” one fan noted. “It is a local competition, but the level of play is high. I think sports authorities need to look at how to elevate this tournament. The playing style was mature and highly disciplined.”
The 13th edition of the BSFC kicked off in September 2025 with a focused four-team lineup. The participating clubs included Melim United, Dzekwa United, Nso Youth FC of Nkolmeseng, and Chitaah FC. With Dzekwa’s victory, the tournament concludes another year of celebrating community spirit through sport.
Before the finals, Bui Strikers Veteran FC of Yaoundé, main organizers of the BSFC played a friendly match featuring their own members. They divided into two teams: Rangers FC and United FC. This match served as a farewell to the current sporting season as they set their sights on 2026.
