Match Report: DC Motema Pembe 0–0 Aigles du Congo | Vodacom Ligue 1
Stade des Martyrs, Kinshasa – 7 February 2026

Just a week after their goalless draw with AS Vita Club, Aigles du Congo produced another defensive masterclass to hold Daring Club Motema Pembe (DCMP) to a 0–0 stalemate at the same venue. The result extended the visitors’ unbeaten run to three matches, while DCMP missed a chance to close the gap on the league leaders.

Match Overview

DCMP, known for their passionate home support and attacking flair, dominated the early exchanges. However, Aigles du Congo’s disciplined 4‑4‑2 formation, marshalled by captain Yves Diba, repelled wave after wave of attacks. The first half ended with DCMP having 10 shots but only two on target, both comfortably saved by Aigles goalkeeper Nicaise Kudimbana.

Key Moments

• 8th minute: DCMP striker Freddy Ngandu saw his close‑range header brilliantly tipped over the bar by Kudimbana.
• 35th minute: Aigles’ only shot of the first half came from long range by midfielder Hervé Kasongo, but it was easily gathered by DCMP’s Nelson Lukong.
• 65th minute: DCMP winger Junior Kanku cut inside and curled a left‑footed effort that struck the crossbar.
• 82nd minute: Substitute Bienvenue Kilosho (Aigles) had a chance to snatch victory, but his shot on the break was smothered by Lukong.

Tactical Story

DCMP’s manager Paulin Kalala set his team up in a 3‑5‑2, seeking overloads in wide areas. Full‑backs Jérémie Zola and Patient Mwepu provided constant width but were often left exposed when Aigles countered. The visitors’ game plan – to sit deep, absorb pressure, and hit on the break – worked to perfection. Aigles du Congo have now drawn four consecutive league matches, a record that highlights their defensive solidity but also a lack of cutting edge in attack.

The point moves DCMP into fifth place, while Aigles remain just outside the relegation zone. With two clean sheets in a week against Kinshasa’s biggest clubs, Aigles will travel to Lubumbashi next with renewed confidence.