CAF Champions League: Rivers United falls to RS Berkane

For the second matchday of the CAF Champions League group stage, Rivers United faced RS Berkane this Friday. RS Berkane defeated Rivers United 2-1.

The Nigerians opened the scoring in the 37th minute with an own goal by Mamadou Lamine Camara. Rivers United maintained their lead until halftime, thanks to a solid defense and high intensity. After the break, RS Berkane increased the tempo but struggled to break down a disciplined Nigerian defense.

In the 90th +7 minute, Ayoub El Kaabi equalized for Berkane. In the 90th+9th minute, Mounir Chouiar took advantage of a last ball poorly cleared in the box to crucify Rivers United with an unstoppable shot and offer a stunning victory (1-2) to the Berkanis.