Romanian Second Division Debut for Tchibota
Sepsi supporters finally saw new signing Mavis Tchibota in action, the winger entering on seventy-four minutes during a composed 2-0 win over Campuung. His brief cameo, marked by two dangerous runs, hinted at the speed and directness that earned him a move to the Transylvanian club.
Sepsi’s victory consolidates a steady climb toward the promotion play-offs, and Tchibota’s integration is watched closely in Brazzaville. Regular minutes in Romania could reopen the national-team door for the 26-year-old, whose last cap dates back to a friendly in 2021.
Mixed Fortunes in Russian FNL
In Tula, Arsenal let a 2-1 advantage slip against Ufa and settled for a 2-2 draw. Centre-back Erving Botaka Yoboma, once a crowd favourite in Bashkortostan, missed the reunion through a minor muscle complaint, the club confirmed after the match.
Farther east, Emmerson Illoy Ayyet anchored Yenisey’s back line during a hard-earned 1-1 share of the spoils with Fakel. The former Monaco prospect won most of his aerial duels, yet rued a lapse that led to Fakel’s equaliser after the interval.
The Russian second tier remains a demanding breeding ground, with brutal travel and climatic swings. Congolese observers see it as a crucible that hardens mental steel—an asset the Diables rouges crave before next spring’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
Serbian League Setback for TSC Topola
Title outsiders TSC Topola fell 4-2 at Čukarički in a thriller settled well before the final whistle. Prestige Mboungou entered on the hour when the visitors trailed 3-1, injecting pace but finding few openings against a disciplined back five.
TSC stay in the league’s upper half, yet coach Žarko Lazetić stressed post-game that defensive focus must sharpen. For Mboungou the priority is continuity: the former AC Léopards man has oscillated between starting XI and bench since August.
Ndinga Lifts Degerfors in Swedish Survival Race
Degerfors, mired in the drop zone, produced their best away display of the year by beating Sirius 3-1. Left-back Philippe Ndinga capped the victory in stoppage time, drilling a low left-footer from the edge of the box that kissed the far post before nestling home.
The Congolese defender celebrated with a knee-slide toward travelling fans who braved autumn drizzle in Uppsala. The goal was his first in Scandinavia and arrived just days after he dedicated extra sessions to shooting practice at Stora Valla.
With six rounds remaining, Degerfors sit three points shy of safety. Swedish pundits believe Ndinga’s energy could tilt the relegation scrap, noting his recovery pace and growing confidence on the ball.
Club physios reported no knocks, welcome news for national selectors evaluating options on the flanks. Regular competitive minutes in the physically demanding Allsvenskan tick a key box for eligibility.
Swiss Cup: Lausanne Clubs March On
Stade Lausanne-Ouchy edged third-tier Echallens 1-0 to book a place in the round of 16. Goalkeeper Exaucé Mafoumbi remained on the bench, yet coaches praised his positive dressing-room influence, insisting rotation will come as fixtures stack up.
Servette’s campaign ended abruptly at Yverdon, beaten 1-0 despite late pressure. Bradley Mazikou occupied his usual left-wing-back role, constantly overlapping but denied space by a compact low block. The reigning cup holders exit early, shifting full focus back to the Super League.
Across town, Lausanne-Sport eased past Concordia 4-1. Kévin Mouanga completed ninety minutes at left-back, showing versatility after a season mostly spent centrally. Morgan Poaty, rested as a precaution, applauded teammates from the bench under cool Basel skies.
National Team Radar and Next Fixtures
Across five countries, eleven Congolese professionals logged minutes or made match-day squads, a depth that pleases head coach Paul Put ahead of November’s preparatory camp. Competitive rhythm, even in second divisions, remains the staff’s watchword.
The Congo Football Federation will monitor upcoming clashes: Sepsi visit Mioveni on Friday, Yenisey host SKA Khabarovsk in Siberia, while Degerfors welcome champions-elect Malmö on Sunday. In Switzerland, a Lausanne derby looms if cup draws align, promising another yardstick for Mouanga and Poaty.
Supporters can stream most fixtures through club platforms or subscribe to specialised apps such as Allsvenskan Plus or FNL TV. Local sports bars in Brazzaville’s Plateau des 15 Ans and Pointe-Noire’s La Côtière also plan live screenings as the diaspora continues to shape the Diables rouges’ future.
