CAF Confederation Cup: FC MK’s Journey Ends After Home Defeat to Warri Wolves
FC MK Etanchéité’s maiden continental adventure came to a disappointing end on Friday as the Congolese side fell 1-0 at home to Nigeria’s Warri Wolves in the second leg of the CAF Confederation Cup round of 16. Having lost the first leg 2-1 in Nigeria, the Kinshasa-based club needed a win to overturn the deficit but failed to find the net at the Tata Raphaël Stadium.
The decisive moment came in the 72nd minute when Warri Wolves’ Etebo Oghenekaro calmly slotted home following a well-placed pass from teammate Aziz Abu. The goal silenced the home crowd and all but sealed MK’s elimination from the competition.
Coach Bruno Bla’s side started the match with urgency, knowing a 1-0 win would have been enough to see them through on away goals. Despite their determination and home support, FC MK struggled to break down a disciplined Nigerian defense. As the match wore on, frustration grew among players and fans alike, and the killer blow came when Warri Wolves struck on the counter.
The result means FC MK exit the CAF Cup with a 3-1 aggregate loss. Their spirited campaign, which began with high hopes, was ultimately cut short before the group stage.
For Warri Wolves, the journey continues as they await their next test in the competition. To reach the group stage, they will need to overcome a final opponent in the playoff round — typically one of the clubs dropping down from the CAF Champions League.
While the result marks a bitter end for FC MK, the experience will serve as a valuable lesson for the Congolese club as they look to build a stronger future on the continental stage.
