Azam FC have officially revived their hopes of progressing in the CAF Confederation Cup (CAFCC) after securing a vital 2–1 victory over Nairobi United in a match played at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi, Kenya.
The match began with heavy pressure from the hosts Nairobi United, who made good use of their home ground and took an early lead in the 15th minute through Dancun Oluoch. The goal lifted the spirits of the home fans, who were hoping for their first home victory in the competition.
However, Azam FC did not lose heart. Just two minutes later, in the 17th minute, striker Japhte Kitambala equalized with a fine goal that restored hope and completely shifted the momentum of the match. The goal boosted Azam FC’s confidence and allowed them to take greater control of the game, especially in midfield.
The second half was highly competitive, with both teams searching for a winning goal. In the 78th minute, Azam FC’s pressure paid off when Nairobi United scored an own goal, a moment that crushed the hosts’ hopes of earning their first home points in the competition.
This victory marks Azam FC’s first win in the CAF Confederation Cup this season, after losing their opening two group-stage matches. The result earns them crucial points and rekindles their hopes of advancing to the quarterfinals, while also boosting morale within the squad and technical bench ahead of upcoming fixtures.
With this impressive away win, Azam FC have shown that they still have the fight to compete and restore pride in continental competition, giving their supporters renewed belief and reason to continue backing the team.
