Red Arrows Fall to TP Mazembe: Can They Overcome a 2-0 Deficit in Lubumbashi?
Red Arrows’ CAF Champions League journey hit a serious roadblock today, as they suffered a 0-2 defeat against Congolese giants TP Mazembe at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium. The game started evenly, with both sides battling hard in the first half, but it was the second half that turned the match on its head, leaving the Zambian champions with a tough challenge for the return leg.
The turning point came in the 65th minute when Ricky Banda seemed to have put Red Arrows in front, sparking wild celebrations among the home fans. However, the joy was short-lived, as the referee disallowed the goal for a foul in the buildup. Mazembe wasted no time taking advantage of the situation, with Oscar Tshikomb breaking the deadlock just a minute later. Mercey Ngimbi doubled their lead in the 78th minute, leaving Red Arrows stunned and on the back foot.
Now, the question on everyone’s mind is: Can Red Arrows do the impossible and overturn this 2-0 deficit in Lubumbashi? Beating a team as experienced and dominant as TP Mazembe 3-0 on their home turf feels like an uphill battle, but stranger things have happened in football.
