Don Bosco earn walkover after Saint-Eloi Lupopo no-show in league match

CS Don Bosco have been awarded maximum points following Saint-Eloi Lupopo’s failure to show up for their Congolese top-flight encounter on Wednesday.

The matchday 22 clash, was expected to be a competitive fixture in Lubumbashi. However, Saint-Eloi Lupopo refused to report for the match, leaving Don Bosco on the pitch.

Meanwhile, no official explanation was provided by the club or league organizers. The absence left players, officials, and fans in confusion as the scheduled contest failed to materialize.

After waiting in accordance with competition regulations, match officials formally noted Lupopo’s non-appearance. Following standard procedure, the referees declared the fixture abandoned and awarded CS Don Bosco a 3-0 walkover victory.

The decision adds another unexpected chapter to an already dramatic Linafoot season, where logistical and administrative issues have occasionally overshadowed on-pitch action. For Don Bosco, however, the outcome provides three valuable points without kicking a ball, potentially boosting their position in the league standings.

Meanwhile, questions will inevitably be raised over Lupopo’s sudden absence, with supporters and league stakeholders expecting clarification in the coming days. Whether the issue stems from administrative complications, travel disruptions, or internal club matters remains unclear.

As the league continues, the incident is likely to prompt further scrutiny from the football authorities, particularly regarding fixture compliance and club accountability. For now, CS Don Bosco can only accept the points, while the mystery surrounding Lupopo’s no-show deepens.