Rwanda Premier League Recap: Al Hilal SC Extends Lead, APR FC and Rayon Sports Impress,Dominance and Drama: Highlights from a High-Stakes Matchday 28,Gilles Razafimaro Steals the Show as Top Teams Flex Muscles in Rwanda Premier League

KIGALI – Matchday 28 of the BK Pro League (Rwanda Premier League) delivered a weekend of high,stakes drama as the race for the title intensifies. League leaders Al Hilal SC maintained their grip on the top spot with a late,game surge, while heavyweights APR FC and Rayon Sports secured commanding victories to keep the pressure on.
Al Hilal SC Cement Lead in Late Showdown
In a tense encounter at the top of the table, Al Hilal SC solidified their position with a crucial 2-0 victory over Musanze FC. The match remained a stalemate for 85 minutes, testing the nerves of the home faithful. However, Sunday Damilare Adetunji proved to be the hero, breaking the deadlock in the 86th minute and adding a second just three minutes later to secure all three points.

APR FC and Rayon Sports Stay in Pursuit
APR FC delivered a statement performance in their clash against Mukura VS, dismantling the hosts 3-0. After a scoreless first half, the champions found their rhythm in the second period. The scoring opened with Hakim Kiwanuka in the 56th minute, followed by Nduwayo Alexis in the 63rd minute. An early strike from Djibril Ouattara set the tone for a dominant second-half display that kept APR firmly in the title hunt.

Meanwhile, Rayon Sports continued their strong form with a clinical 2-0 win away at Amagaju FC. Tambwe Gloire opened the scoring in the 32nd minute, and Youssou Diagne sealed the victory with a 75th-minute goal to ensure the three points headed back to Kigali.
Al Merrikh Star Steals the Spotlight
The individual performance of the weekend belonged to Gilles Razafimaro, who fired a stunning hat-trick to lead Al Merrikh SC to a convincing 3-0 victory over Bugesera FC. With his 87th-minute goal completing the treble, Razafimaro cemented his side’s hold on 3rd place in the league standings.

Around the Grounds
- Police FC secured a clean sheet and a 2-0 win against Marines FC. After a first-half opener, Henry Msanga put the game to bed with a goal in injury time (90+2′).

- Gorilla FC edged out AS Muhanga in a hard-fought battle that ended 2-1, continuing their solid campaign.

Matchday 28 Results Summary
| Home Team | Score | Away Team |
| Mukura VS | 0 – 3 | APR FC |
| Al Hilal SC | 2 – 0 | Musanze FC |
| Amagaju FC | 0 – 2 | Rayon Sports |
| Police FC | 2 – 0 | Marines FC |
| AS Muhanga | 1 – 2 | Gorilla FC |
| Al Merrikh SC | 3 – 0 | Bugesera FC |
As the league enters its final stretch, the focus shifts to the upcoming fixtures, where every point will be vital for both the title contenders and teams fighting to improve their standing.
