ASEC MIMOSAS delivered a commanding performance on the road to defeat San Pedro FC 2-0 at the Stade Auguste Denise on 11 May 2026, strengthening their grip on the Ivory Coast Premier Division title race. The visitors controlled proceedings from start to finish, showcasing the quality that has made them the most decorated club in Ivorian football.

Match Overview

San Pedro FC, who had been in resurgent form at home, found themselves overwhelmed by ASEC’s high press and fluid attacking movement. The first goal arrived in the 22nd minute when winger Kouassi Yao cut in from the right and curled a shot beyond the reach of San Pedro goalkeeper Ibrahim Touré. ASEC doubled their lead just before half-time through a powerful header from centre-forward Mamadou Traoré after a pinpoint cross from left-back Zakaria Koné.

Key Moments

• 22nd minute – Kouassi Yao opens the scoring with a clinical left-footed strike from the edge of the box.
• 41st minute – Mamadou Traoré heads home ASEC’s second from six yards out.
• 68th minute – San Pedro’s best chance comes when midfielder Koffi N’Guessan shoots wide after a defensive error.
• 85th minute – ASEC goalkeeper Mohamed Soro makes a fine save to preserve the clean sheet.

Tactical Story

ASEC manager Patrice Nouma set his team up in a 4-3-3 that allowed full-backs to push high, pinning San Pedro’s wingers deep. The midfield trio of Jean-Pierre Eboué, Kouamé Christian, and Lassina Ouattara dominated possession, registering a 64% share. San Pedro rarely threatened on the counter, with ASEC’s centre-backs Adama Camara and Seydou Diallo sweeping up any danger.

Standout Players

• Kouassi Yao (ASEC) – Scored the opener and provided the assist for the second. Unplayable on the night.
• Mamadou Traoré (ASEC) – Physical presence in the box and intelligent movement.
• Mohamed Soro (ASEC) – Calm and authoritative in goal, with a clean sheet to his name.

Season Impact

The victory moves ASEC MIMOSAS to the top of the Ivory Coast Premier Division table, two points clear of second-placed Stade d’Abidjan with five matches remaining. San Pedro FC drop to 11th, their slender hopes of a top-four finish now all but extinguished. For ASEC, this away win sends a clear message that they are the team to beat in the title run-in.