The reigning champions, Diambars Institute of Saly, have faced another setback in the championship, currently sitting in 6th place, trailing by eight points behind the league leader, Jaraaf (30 pts). In the Senegal Cup’s round of 32, they were eliminated by Casa Sports de Ziguinchor, currently positioned 12th with 17 points, a team not expected to be in the relegation zone.
The match proved to be a challenging and tough encounter for the Academicians, who found themselves trailing 1-0. Though they managed to equalize, they were eventually defeated in the penalty shootout, with Casa Sports emerging victorious by 8 goals to 7.
This elimination comes as a disappointment for Diambars, considering the Senegal Cup’s prestige among Senegalese clubs. However, it reflects the challenges the team has faced this season, further highlighting their sporting struggles. Despite being reigning champions and once dominating their opponents, Diambars’ performance has been inconsistent throughout the season.
Their early exit from the African league compounded their difficulties, and subsequent matches have been marked by fluctuating results. With the 18th round approaching, they face another formidable opponent in USO, currently 2nd in L1, making their quest to reclaim the title increasingly challenging as the season progresses.
Tags: Casa Sports, Diambars, elimination, Senegal
