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Real suffer 1st defeat in Gambian Premier League

Dec 18, 2023, 12:11 PM | Article By: Appo Camara

Defending league champions, Real de Banjul suffered their first defeat of the season in the hands of Waa Banjul FC during their week-six fixture played at the Banjul King George 5 Mini Stadium on Saturday.

Momodou Salieu Jallow guided Waa Banjul to a remarkable win after scoring the game’s only goal in the first minute of the game.

The defeat ended Real de Banjul’s unbeaten run since the start of the league season.

Last year’s league winners, Real de Banjul started their title defence with five straight victories.

Waa Banjul FC have now recorded their second win of the season.

The Banjul-based team overall collected two wins, two draws and suffered two defeats, while the now Bakau-based team, Real de Banjul overall registered five victories, zero draws and suffered one defeat in six matches.

The triumph moved Waa Banjul FC to 7th position with 8 points, while Real de Banjul still remain u  top position at the table standing with 15 points.