Espoir FC go head to head with Group B leaders Vision FC in a crunch Second Division League tie at Rusizi Stadium, on Sunday February 18.
Espoir are second in Group B with 29 points, two points adrift of table leaders Vision FC and a win for Marcel Lomami's side on Sunday would see them take over the summit for the first time this season.
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"I'm ready, my men are ready too. I know that were going to play a Vision FC side which has proven their talent and winning spirit both in the league and the Peace Cup," Lomami told Times Sport on Friday.
"This match means a lot to us, especially because we'll be playing in front of our fans and at our home stadium."
Lomami admits that it will be a tough game against a strong team, but he insists that his team is prepared and determined to give their all and win at home.
The Rusizi-based club suffered a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Vision FC in the first round game held at Mumena stadium on November 4 Sunday’s rendezvous will be a good occasion for them to avenge.
Another big fixture will see former topflight side AS Muhanga welcome United Stars at Muhanga stadium.
Group B table
1. Vision FC — 31 points
2. Espoir FC — 29 points
3. Interforce FC — 27 points
4. AS Muhanga — 27 points
5. Miroplast FC — 18 points