South Sudan Premier League side Jamus SC have shocked Cup holders Singida Black Stars FC in their opening Group B match in the on-going CECAFA Kagame Cup 2026.
The debut makers in the regional tournament scored in each half to silence the Tanzania Premier League side in a match played at the Kigali Pele Stadium on Saturday.
Laurent Ramazani put Jamus SC ahead after 10 minutes with a well taken strike. Ramazani made no mistake finishing past Singida goalkeeper Metacha Mnata. Exauce Sagesse Nzaou and Mathew Tegisis tried some shots at goal for the Cup holders, but failed to find goals.
After recess, the Singida Black Stars FC coach Papy Okitankoyi Kimoto made several changes, but to no avail. Linda Mtange and Jonathan Sowah had attempts for Singida Black Stars FC, but missed the target.
Substitute Mario Taban Cherelino got his name on the score sheet with a second goal for Jamus SC in the 4th minute of added time. He nodded in a well taken Sabastin Teclar cross.
Saber Ben Jabria, Jamus SC’s new coach said he was happy that his team started with a win in the tournament. “I am happy with the players and we hope to work harder in the next two group matches,” added the coach.
Six time winners Simba SC (Tanzania) and Mogadishu City Club FC from Somalia settled for a goalless draw in the second Group B match played at the same Stadium. The South Sudan side now lead Group B with 3 points, while Simba SC and Mogadishu City Club FC are tied with a point each, while Singida Black Stars are bottom.
The regional competition that kicked off on Friday continues on Sunday with two Group C matches to be played at the Amahoro Stadium.
- CECAFA Media.
