Burkinabe Ligue 1: RC Kadiogo earn late win to stun ASF Dioulasso in Ouagadougou
RC Kadiogo claimed a dramatic late victory over ASF Dioulasso on Matchday 11 of the Burkinabe Ligue 1, securing a 1–0 win at the Stade Général Aboubacar Sangoulé Lamizana on Monday.
A tightly contested encounter was ultimately decided in the final minute, giving the visitors a valuable three points.
The opening half was marked by sustained intensity from both sides, with ASF Dioulasso and RC Kadiogo trading attacks in an effort to break the deadlock.
Despite the pace and commitment on display, neither team managed to convert their chances, and the first 45 minutes ended goalless.
The second period followed a similar pattern, with ASF Dioulasso pushing forward in search of an advantage in front of their supporters.
The home side attempted to dictate play, but RC Kadiogo stood firm, maintaining defensive discipline and preventing their hosts from finding clear openings.
As the match wore on, RC Kadiogo grew increasingly dangerous on the counter-attack.
Their quick transitions repeatedly unsettled the ASF Dioulasso back line, and the visitors carved out several promising situations.
The pressure eventually told in the final moments of normal time, when Sie Rodrigue Kam capitalised on one of those late opportunities to score the decisive goal.
His strike stunned the home crowd and secured a hard-earned win for RC Kadiogo, who leave with a vital boost in both confidence and league position.
The result lifts RC Kadiogo to 11th place on 12 points, offering much-needed momentum as the season progresses.
ASF Dioulasso, meanwhile, fall from second to fifth with 18 points, a setback in what had been a strong campaign to this point.
