Daring Club Motema Pembe 1–1 Bukavu Dawa | DR Congo Vodacom Ligue 1 | 16 January 2026

Match Overview

Daring Club Motema Pembe (DCMP) and Bukavu Dawa played out a 1–1 draw at the Stade des Martyrs in Kinshasa, a result that left both sides frustrated but kept them within touching distance of the top half. The match saw early drama and a spirited fightback from the visitors.

First Half: DCMP Strike Early

DCMP started brightly and took the lead inside 10 minutes. A neat interchange between midfielder Hugo Mputu and winger Yannick Bongeli paved the way for veteran striker Beaudouin Kabongo to finish from close range. The home side controlled the remainder of the half but failed to add a second, with Bukavu Dawa goalkeeper Oumar Diallo making several smart saves.

Second Half: Bukavu Dawa Equalize

Bukavu Dawa came out with renewed purpose after the break. Their pressure paid off in the 58th minute when a corner kick was headed home by defender Étienne Makon. DCMP struggled to regain their first‑half fluency, and Bukavu Dawa nearly snatched a winner through substitute Jospin Yemba, whose shot struck the crossbar.

Key Performers

• Beaudouin Kabongo (DCMP) – Scored his third goal of the season and led the line well.
• Oumar Diallo (Bukavu Dawa) – Kept his team in the game with a series of fine saves.
• Étienne Makon (Bukavu Dawa) – His equalizer earned a valuable point for the visitors.

League Impact

The draw left DCMP in the lower half of the standings, still searching for consistency. Bukavu Dawa moved one point clear of the relegation places, showing resilience that will be crucial in the second half of the season.