APR — Marines: 4:2, National Soccer League

APR secured three points against Marins in the National Football League's Regular Season round three, closing out a 4-2 win on 2026-09-16. The hosts opened the scoring through S. Sibomana before Marins responded with A. Ntirushwa's strike. Д. Ouattara then levelled before half-time, setting up a lively second half.

M. Dao put APR back in front in the 51st minute, and Д. Ouattara doubled his tally six minutes later. U. Fidali's late effort confirmed the result, giving APR a comfortable margin. The away side showed spirit but could not find a route back into the game.

We had called for a home victory at 61 per cent confidence, and the performance justified that assessment. APR controlled the tempo when they needed to, punishing Marins for defensive lapses. The visitors rarely caught the hosts in possession after the break.

APR sit second in the table with 68 points from 34 games, recording 19 wins and 11 draws along the way. Marins occupy fourth place after just one match, sitting on three points from a single victory. The gap between the sides remains substantial, though the table tells only part of the story.

The result extends APR's position near the summit while Marins begin their campaign with momentum. By then, the visitors will need to build on this opening day display. The hosts now look ahead to their next fixture with confidence.