Victoria United on the Rise: The Champions Are Back!
The fireworks began on April 26 in Limbe, where Victoria United, the defending kings of Elite One, continued their impressive comeback story. A composed second-half goal earned them a vital 1-0 victory over Fauve Azur Elite, who finished the match with ten men. That's now three wins in a row for Victoria – and suddenly, the champions are back in the conversation!
Sunday Madness: Goals, Grit, and Glory Across the Country!
Sunday, April 27 served up a feast for the senses. At Bamendzi Stadium, a relegation brawl between Yong Sports Academy and Dynamo de Douala finished 1-1. Dynamo struck first after halftime, but Yong Sports showed grit, clawing back to salvage a point. Both sides stay knee-deep in the survival scrap — with Dynamo just about keeping their noses above the drowning line.
Over at the Military Stadium, two giants of the game, Canon Yaoundé and Panthère du Ndé, locked horns in a spirited 1-1 draw. A lively first half brought a goal apiece, but despite furious end-to-end action, neither side could land the killer blow. Panthère stretched their unbeaten run to eight matches, while Canon bounced back from a Matchday 20 setback to stay in the thick of the top-six race.
Meanwhile, at the Bonamoussadi Stadium, Les Astres FC put on a defensive masterclass to grind out a 0-0 draw against Coton Sport FC de Garoua. Les Astres frustrated their title-chasing visitors, while Coton Sport dropped valuable points at the summit. But wait — it wasn’t all defensive!
Later that day, Gazelle FC roared back with a vengeance! After a rare stumble in Matchday 20, they dismantled Aigle Royal du Moungo 3-1 with a devastating attacking display. Goals rained in either half, reasserting Gazelle’s credentials as the league’s most fearsome strike force.
The day wrapped up with a champion’s performance at the Melong Stadium, where Colombe Sportive stayed ice-cool under pressure to see off Union Douala 2-0. After a tight first half, the leaders found another gear after the break, scoring twice to tighten their grip at the top and leave Union sweating near the bottom.
The Bamboutos Saga: Twist in the Tale
One match didn't happen: the highly anticipated clash between PWD Bamenda and Bamboutos FC was officially postponed after Bamboutos, despite withdrawal rumors, confirmed they would continue in the league. Both teams now hold a game in hand – and the plot thickens.
What’s Heating Up?
Colombe Sportive are sprinting away at the summit, now on a jaw-dropping 50 points.
Gazelle FC aren’t giving up the chase, keeping the dream alive with a ruthless attacking display.
Coton Sport and Panthère du Ndé dropped points but remain firmly in the top four race.
Victoria United are storming back into the conversation, breaking into the top five!
Canon Yaoundé, Stade Renard, Les Astres, and Fauve Azur are locked in a thrilling battle for position — it's a few points that separate European dreams from mid-table obscurity!
And what about the bottom? It’s pure madness:
Dynamo, Fortuna, Bamboutos, Union Douala, and Yong Sports Academy are locked in a desperate, all-out brawl for survival. One point here, one slip there – the difference could be season-defining.
The Verdict:
Matchday 21 was a perfect snapshot of everything that makes MTN Elite One the most unpredictable, most passionate, and most competitive league in Africa.
From title charges to last-ditch survival fights, there's no script here — only real football drama at its finest.
Matchday 22 promises even more heart-stopping action. Will Colombe soar even higher? Can Gazelle or Coton mount a charge? Who will survive the brutal relegation brawl?
Don't blink. Don't miss a second. Stay glued to www.eliteone.cm — where African football lives, breathes, and electrifies!
