
25/09/2025
Yambio Star SC Cruise Past Al-Taharir FC to Reach Quarterfinals
Yambio Star SC produced a dominant performance in the South Sudan Cup (Yambio Local Football Association) Round of 16, thrashing Al-Taharir FC (Yambio) 4-0 to secure their place in the quarterfinals of the 2025–26 edition.
The second half belonged to Yambio Star as their attacking duo, Emmana Pukki and Sunday Matuidi, each bagged a brace. Emmana broke the deadlock in the 56th minute before doubling the lead just eight minutes later with a composed finish. Matuidi then took charge, striking in the 71st minute and capping off the victory with a late goal in the 90th minute.
Yambio Star nearly had a fifth when Biko Bage was brought down inside the box deep into stoppage time. Emmana stepped up for what could have been his hat-trick, but the chance was squandered, leaving the final score at 4-0.
Meanwhile, in another Round of 16 clash, Villa United were held to a 1-1 draw against Mukongo United at Yambio Freedom Square. The match was decided by penalties, where Villa United held their nerve to win 4-2 in the shootout.
The result sets up a mouth-watering quarterfinal tie between Villa United and Yambio Star SC, with Villa United hosting the clash.
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