The Limbe Omnisport Stadium was the stage for a pulse-pounding MTN Elite One Match Day 8 encounter as Victoria United FC and Gazelle FA of Garoua played out a high-octane 2#2 draw on March 1st, 2026.
Coming off a dominant victory in the previous round, “Opopo” was eager to maintain their momentum at home, but they met a resilient Gazelle side that refused to back down in the heat of the South West region.
Match Breakdown
A Balanced Battle: Both sides entered the match as top-four contenders, with Gazelle FA holding 3rd place and Victoria United in 4th prior to kickoff.
Scoring Stalemate: The 2#2 result reflected a game of shifting momentum where both teams showcased their offensive depth.
League Impact: With this draw, Victoria United moves to 13 points from 8 matches, remaining firmly in the hunt for the top spots alongside heavyweights like Coton Sport and Dynamo of Douala.
The match featured intense tactical displays, with Victoria United relying on their characteristic attacking flair while Gazelle FA utilized disciplined transitions to catch the hosts off guard. Key performers for “Opopo” this season, including the likes of Brayann Tchaha, Bill Diboto and Sterly Peto, have kept the side’s goal-scoring form consistent, contributing to their impressive tally of 14 goals so far this season.
While Victoria United might feel they dropped two points at home, the performance confirms their status as a formidable force in the current campaign. They now look ahead to Match Day 9, where they will travel to face Fauve Azur Elite on March 8th in Yaounde.
