OPOPO fans had a new reason to cheer this past Sunday at the Limbe Centenary Stadium. While the veteran scorers grabbed the headlines, all eyes were on midfield engine Nko Ghangle Rattensi as he made his highly anticipated MTN Elite One debut for Victoria United FC.
The former ISOHSA standout didn’t just step onto the pitch; he owned it. Transitioning from the regional ranks to the top flight, Rattensi looked right at home in the Victoria United colors during their dominant 3#0 victory over PWD Bamenda.
A Debut to Remember
Playing against a seasoned side like the Abakwa Boys is no easy task for a debutant, but Rattensi brought the same high-intensity work rate and tactical discipline that made him a fan favorite in Limbe.
His ability to disrupt play and link the defense to the attack was instrumental in keeping the pressure on PWD Bamenda, eventually leading to the trio of penalties converted by Brayann Tchaha Nana and Bill Alex Diboto.
The Engine Room: Rattensi’s presence allowed OPOPO to maintain 61% possession, suffocating the PWD midfield.
Seamless Transition: The jump from ISOHSA to Elite One looked effortless as he provided the physical edge needed in a high-stakes Anglophone Derby.
The Road Ahead
With a Match Day One win under his belt and a clean sheet to boot, Rattensi is already proving to be a vital cog in the Victoria United machine. As OPOPO looks to maintain their spot at the top of the table, this former ISOHSA star is quickly becoming a household name in the Elite One championship.
