Dreams FC produced one of the best displays in the CAF Confederations Cup third group game against Angolan side Academica Petroleos do Lobito at the Stade 11 de Novembro on Sunday, December 10, 2023.
The “Still Believe Lads” emerged victorious on the day on Angolan soil in a five-goal thriller.
The MTN FA Cup Champions now find themselves with six points, putting them on par with Tunisian side Club Africain and Rivers United.
The thrilling match saw Dreams FC take an early lead in the 10th minute, courtesy of a brilliant effort by Abdul Aziz Issah.
However, Academica Do Lobito’s defender, Joao Valonga Basilio Barros, quickly equalized.
All square at the break⚪🟢
APC LOBITO 1️⃣ – 1️⃣ DREAMS FC #LobitoDreams@CAFCLCC #TotalEnergiesCAFCC #StillBelieve☝🏾💚 pic.twitter.com/XfpeekSvS1
— DREAMS FC 🏆 22/23 FA CUP CHAMPIONS (@DreamsFootballC) December 10, 2023
Undeterred, Dreams FC regained control as veteran striker John Antwi showcased his scoring prowess, putting his team ahead once again.
Aholou Gael Avocevou further secured the victory for Dreams FC with the third goal.
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Gael aholou puts the ice on the cake
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— DREAMS FC 🏆 22/23 FA CUP CHAMPIONS (@DreamsFootballC) December 10, 2023
While the home side managed to grab a late consolation, Dreams FC emerged triumphant.
Academica Do Lobito, on the other hand, find themselves without a single point after three matches.
Their next challenge involves a journey to face Dreams FC in Kumasi, where the Ghanaian side will aim to complete the double and strengthen their position in the quest for a spot in the quarter-finals.
Full time at the Estadio 11 de Novembro ⚽⚽⚽
APC LOBITO 2️⃣ – 3️⃣ DREAMS FC #LobitoDreams@CAFCLCC #TotalEnergiesCAFCC #StillBelieve☝🏾💚 pic.twitter.com/S2DdTazK6i
— DREAMS FC 🏆 22/23 FA CUP CHAMPIONS (@DreamsFootballC) December 10, 2023
Dreams FC continue to impress on the continental stage, and their fans eagerly anticipate further success in the CAF Confederation Cup.