Stade Renard vs Union Douala

Details: By Bobe Akwavi; Match Preview; 06 February 2025

Stade Renard vs Union Douala

Will Stade Renard take advantage at home, or can Union Douala find a way to turn their form around? Expect a hard-fought battle when Matchdy 11 of MTN Elite One football kicksoff at Stade Melong on February 9, 2025.

Matchday 11 of the MTN Elite One football sees Stade Renard and Union Douala go head-to-head at Stade Melong in a crucial battle for points. With only one point separating them, both teams will be eager to secure a win and climb higher in the standings.

Stade Renard: Aiming to Bounce Back at Home

Currently 8th in the league with 12 points, Stade Renard has had a mixed campaign, recording 3 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses. Their recent form has been inconsistent, with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last five outings.

Last match, they fell 1-0 to 5th-placed Panthere, a result that ended their brief momentum. Despite this, their defensive record (10 goals conceded in 10 games) is relatively solid compared to their upcoming opponent. However, their attack has been modest, scoring just 9 goals, which they will need to improve on at home.

Playing at Stade Melong, they will look to capitalize on Union Douala’s defensive struggles and get back to winning ways.

Union Douala: Searching for a Turnaround

Union Douala sits 11th in the standings with 11 points, following a 1-0 defeat to 9th-placed Dynamo in their last outing. They have struggled recently, with only 1 win in their last five games (1W, 1D, 3L), a run they must improve to avoid dropping further down the table.

Union Douala’s biggest concern is their defense, having conceded 15 goals in 10 matches—one of the worst records in the league. Their attack has been slightly better than Stade Renard’s, scoring 10 goals, but they will need a sharper edge if they want to secure an important away result.

Key Battles to Watch

Stade Renard’s defense vs. Union Douala’s attack: With Renard conceding just 10 goals compared to Union’s 15, defensive discipline could be the key difference.

Home advantage vs. away struggles: Stade Renard has been stronger at home, while Union Douala has struggled on the road.

Midfield control: The team that controls possession and dictates the tempo could determine the outcome.

Although Stade Renard has shown more stability than Union Douala and will have the home crowd behind them, both sides have struggled to score consistently, which could lead to a tight contest.