In a hard-fought Burkina Faso Division 1 match on 11 May 2026, CFFEB edged AS Douanes Ouagadougou 2-1 in a result that shook up the lower half of the table. The visitors came from behind to claim a vital three points, showcasing their resilience and counter-attacking quality.

Match Overview

AS Douanes started brightly and took a deserved lead midway through the first half. However, CFFEB grew into the game and equalised before the interval. The second half saw end-to-end action, with both sides creating chances. CFFEB grabbed the winner in the 73rd minute and then defended stoutly to deny the home side any late equaliser.

Key Moments

• 22’ – AS Douanes lead: Forward Benoît Kaboré headed in from a corner after a poorly defended set piece.
• 38’ – CFFEB level: A quick break ended with midfielder Charles Zoundi firing a powerful shot that went through the keeper’s hands.
• 73’ – Winning goal: Substitute Abdoulaye Nikiéma latched onto a through ball and slotted calmly into the far corner.
• 89’ – Missed chance: AS Douanes striker Issa Ouédraogo headed wide from close range when it seemed easier to score.

Standout Performers

CFFEB’s Charles Zoundi was influential in midfield, scoring the equaliser and driving his team forward with energetic runs. Substitute Abdoulaye Nikiéma made the difference off the bench, providing the winning goal with his first touch. For AS Douanes, Benoît Kaboré was a constant threat in the air, but his teammates struggled to create clear-cut chances in the second half.

Table Implications

The victory lifted CFFEB out of the relegation zone, moving them one point clear of danger. AS Douanes, on the other hand, slipped into the bottom three, now under intense pressure to pick up points in their remaining fixtures. With the relegation battle tightening, every result counts in the Burkina Faso Division 1.