In an intense showdown on Thursday, 15th February 2024, Tigers faced off against Au Cap at the Stad Linite. The match ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw, with both teams giving it their all in pursuit of crucial points.
Emmanuel Nyamawi opened the scoring for Tigers in the 15th minute, putting them in the lead. However, Au Cap responded strongly, with Ilvaniaud Annette equalizing in the 34th minute. Just before halftime, Tyron Thomas found the back of the net, giving Au Cap a 2-1 advantage. The drama continued until the 84th minute when Zinola Francois salvaged a point for Tigers with a well-taken goal, resulting in a final score of 2-2.
What a captivating contest it was! The stakes were high for both teams, as Tigers vied for promotion while Au Cap fought to distance themselves from the relegation zone. With everything to play for, both sides left no stone unturned in their pursuit of three valuable points. However, fate had other plans, and they were forced to settle for a hard-fought draw.
In the dying embers of the game, Au Cap was presented with a golden opportunity to snatch victory from the jaws of a draw. In the 90th minute, they were awarded a penalty kick, raising hopes of securing a crucial win. Unfortunately for them, Daryan Hoareau faltered, failing to convert the penalty into a goal. It was a missed chance that would have transformed the game and granted them a vital three points.
Following this result, Tigers find themselves in the third position in the Seychelles Championship, level on points (19) with Bel Air. Meanwhile, Au Cap remains just one point clear of the relegation zone and two points ahead of bottom-placed Mont Fleuri.
It was a memorable encounter that showcased the competitive spirit and determination of both teams. As the season progresses, their performances will undoubtedly shape the outcome of the league standings.
Tigers FC Starting XI:
#1 Bastia Eddit
#7 Marcus Esparon
#3 Dwaine Mederick
#4 Rafaelo Cecile
#5 Clariel Rokotondramananitra
#8 Imran Lesperance
#10 Kim Chang-Tak-Hue
#13 Raphael Madeleine
#15 Bertrand Esther
#18 Zinola Francois
#20 Emmanuel Nyamawi
Tigers FC Substitutes:
#2 Achille Simeon
#12 Wayne Ryan Thomas Louise
#14 Oliver Camille
#16 Rio Come
#19 Trevor Bristol
#21 Phidellio Moustache
#30 Gressen Herve Louis
Au Cap FC Starting XI:
#28 Alex Jeannevol
#2 Andyson Kilindo
#4 Asman Marius
#5 Darren Dogley
#7 Tyron Thomas
#9 Jahni Nourrice
#11 Elias Larue
#19 Daryan Hoareau
#20 Trevor Benoiton
#22 Gael Bristol
#23 Ilvaniaud Andryaux Annette
Au Cap FC Substitutes:
#3 Travis Rolly Quatre
#8 Dilhanne Dodin
#12 Harick Joseph Desaubin
#17 Juliano Vidot
#21 Jean-Yves Joseph
#25 Jude Marcus Barra
#27 Gervais Cupidon
