The 12th day of the Ligue 1 Pro football in Senegal showcased an intense derby between Jaraaf Dakar and Port Dakar, held at the Demba Diop stadium in Dakar. Jaraaf emerged victorious with a 3-1 win, fueled by a stellar performance from captain Pape Ciré Dia. Dia secured a double with a stunning free kick in the 6th minute and another goal in the 78th, supplemented by an own goal from a Port defender. Fadel Fall managed to notch a consolation goal for Port in the 10th minute.
Jaraaf’s triumph propelled them up the rankings with 17 points, narrowing the gap to their opponents on the day. However, Port Dakar remains under pressure from their closest rivals, including AS Pikine, who secured a commanding 4-0 victory against OL Ngor, elevating their points tally to 22. Their leadership position awaits confirmation pending the outcome of the US Ouakam match.
In other fixtures, Touré Kunda Mbour and Suneor played out a goalless draw (0-0), while Diambars de Saly emerged victorious over DUC Students with a 2-0 scoreline.
The conclusion of the 12th day is scheduled for Sunday, with three matches remaining to be played, adding to the excitement of the league. Thus far, a total of 10 goals have been scored, reflecting the competitive nature of Senegalese football.
