CAF Confederation Cup: Maniema Union Challenges Wydad for Group Lead After Away Win Against Nairobi United (0-1)

Congolese club Maniema Union secured their second consecutive victory in the group stage of the CAF Confederation Cup, returning with a crucial away win from Kenya against Nairobi United. The match, played this Sunday afternoon, saw Maniema Union triumph by a single goal to nil in a Group B fixture.

Gency Mboma scored the game's only goal in the 66th minute, capitalizing on a defensive mix-up from the Kenyan side to confidently slot the ball into the net. This important victory significantly boosts his club's chances in the qualification race.

Maniema Union now has six points from two matches, sharing the top spot in the group with Wydad AC, who also maintain a perfect record. The competition within this group appears wide open between the two teams, with upcoming fixtures set to play a decisive role in determining who qualifies for the next round of the competition.