Sudanese giants Al Hilal SC have suffered their first defeat in the 2024/2025 Rwanda Premier League after losing 2-1 to Rutsiro FC in a match played on Monday at Pèle Stadium.
The game started with high intensity from both sides, but it was Rutsiro FC who struck first. In the 25th minute, Jean Kabula found the back of the net to give the hosts an early lead, sending the home fans into celebration.
Al Hilal responded with more pressure despite facing difficulties in maintaining numerical balance. In the 36th minute, defender Jean Claude Girumugisha was shown a red card, forcing the Sudanese side to play with ten men for the remainder of the match.
Despite being a man down, Al Hilal showed character and determination. Their efforts paid off in the 60th minute when El Hadji Kane scored the equalizer, giving hope to his side and briefly restoring balance to the contest.
However, Rutsiro FC remained resilient and continued to push forward. Their persistence was rewarded late in the game when Nkubito Amza scored the winning goal in the 82nd minute, sealing a historic victory for Rutsiro FC against one of the league’s most experienced teams.
This result marks Al Hilal’s first loss since joining the Rwanda Premier League, while Rutsiro FC continue to strengthen their position with impressive performances against top opposition.
League Standings After 12 Matches
After 12 games played in the Rwanda Premier League, the top and bottom of the table look as follows:
- Police FC – 26 points
- Marines FC – 21 points
⋮ - Etincelles FC – 10 points
- AS Kigali – 10 points
The league remains highly competitive as teams battle for the title, continental spots, and survival.
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