- Boris Ekotto delivered the decisive blow for Colombe, clinching their first national title with an early headed goal against Aigle of Menoua
- Dominating possession throughout the match, Colombe showcased their attacking prowess, while goalkeeper Idrissou Nfor ensured a sixth clean sheet
- The victory marks a monumental achievement in the club’s 71-year history, with midfielder Ivan Mvondo earning MVP honors for his standout performance
New signing Boris Ekotto clinched Colombe’s inaugural national title with a decisive strike in the tenth minutes of the Cup of Cameroon final against Aigle of Menoua on Sunday.
The match, held at the Ahmadou Ahidjo Stadium, marked a historic achievement for the South Doves, who celebrated their first national trophy in their 71-year history, in their first attempt.
From the opening whistle, the South Doves took control, dominating possession and orchestrating fluid passing sequences that kept Aigle on the back foot. However, Aigle’s goalkeeper, Franck Derick Koumessi, was in fine form, making several crucial saves to keep the scoreline level.
Fueled by a passionate home crowd, Colombe’s relentless pressure finally paid off when Ivan Mvondo Olama delivered a pinpoint cross that found Ekotto at the far post. The new signing made no mistake with a close-range header that broke the deadlock and sent the fans into raptures.
Despite creating multiple opportunities to extend their lead, Colombe struggled to find the back of the net again. Aigle seemed more organized after conceding but failed to capitalize on their long-range efforts, as Colombe’s keeper Idrissou Nfor was equal to the task.
The first half concluded with Colombe leading 1-0. They returned for the second half with the same intensity but were repeatedly thwarted by Koumessi, who continued to deny them with impressive saves. Both coaches made tactical substitutions in an attempt to shift momentum; however, Aigle pressed for an equalizer late in the match but ultimately fell short as Colombe’s defense held firm.
As the final whistle blew, jubilant scenes erupted among Colombe players and fans alike. Midfielder Ivan Mvondo was named MVP of the match and awarded a 2 million FCFA cheque from MTN Cameroon for his outstanding performance.
Colombe finished the tournament unbeaten, scoring an impressive 14 goals without conceding any. Coach Richard Towa now joins the ranks of esteemed gaffers who have lifted this prestigious trophy, solidifying his legacy in Cameroon football.
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