Horoya AC Edge Past Satellite FC to Go Top of Guinean Ligue 1
Horoya AC claimed a narrow 1-0 victory over Satellite FC on Thursday, in a long-awaited match that had been postponed several times. The win lifts Horoya to the summit of Guinea’s Ligue 1 table after Matchday 9.
The decisive goal came in the 40th minute, courtesy of Ocansey, whose finish proved enough to secure all three points in a tightly contested encounter. Despite struggling to break down a determined Satellite side, Horoya’s resilience paid off in front of their home crowd.
The victory takes Horoya to 19 points — two ahead of closest challengers Soumba, who now drop to second place. Satellite FC, meanwhile, remain fifth in the standings, level on 14 points with Coléah but behind on goal difference.
Horoya’s ability to grind out results has become a hallmark of their campaign, and Thursday’s hard-fought win underlines their title credentials as the season gathers pace. It also offers a psychological boost ahead of a busy run of fixtures.
Satellite FC, despite the defeat, remain well positioned in the top half of the table, just five points off the pace. However, the loss will be seen as a missed opportunity to close the gap on the leaders.
Ligue 1 Standings After Matchday 9:
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Horoya AC – 19 pts
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Soumba – 17 pts
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Ashanti – 16 pts
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Coléah – 14 pts
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Satellite FC – 14 pts
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Kamsar – 13 pts
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Hafia FC – 13 pts
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Gangan FC – 13 pts
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AS Kaloum – 11 pts
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Santoba – 9 pts
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Sequence FC – 8 pts
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Fello Star – 8 pts
With the top half of the table tightly packed, the race for the Guinean Ligue 1 title remains wide open. Horoya AC, however, will be hoping their momentum can carry them through in the weeks ahead.
