Daring Club Motema Pembe 0-0 Celeste | Vodacom Ligue 1

Date: 22 March 2026 | Venue: Stade du 24 Novembre, Kinshasa

For the second time in four days, Daring Club Motema Pembe (DCMP) were left frustrated in front of goal, this time playing out a goalless stalemate with Celeste. The result was a further blow to DCMP’s ambitions, while Celeste extended their unbeaten run.

Match Overview

DCMP dominated possession from the first whistle but faced a resolute Celeste defence that had clearly studied the hosts’ recent struggles to convert chances. The best opportunity fell to DCMP early in the second half when a header from a corner was cleared off the line. Celeste, content to soak up pressure, rarely threatened the DCMP goal but defended with discipline and organisation.

Key Moments

• 52’ – Goal‑line clearance by Celeste’s full‑back after a corner.
• 73’ – DCMP’s striker fired wide from eight yards after a cut‑back.
• 89’ – Celeste’s only real chance: a long‑range effort that sailed over the bar.

Tactical Battle

DCMP continued with their high‑press, possession‑based approach, but Celeste’s 5‑4‑1 formation made it difficult to find space in the final third. The visitors’ counter‑attacking threat was minimal, but they executed their game plan perfectly to secure a point. DCMP’s lack of creativity from midfield was a recurring problem.

Standings Impact

The draw left DCMP in seventh place, now further adrift of the continental places. Celeste climbed a spot in the table, and their defensive solidity suggests they will avoid any relegation drama.