Rayon Sports head coach Roberto Oliveira has praised his players for the comeback victory over AS Kigali in a keenly contested Rwanda Premier League week 21 game on Saturday.

AS Kigali went to the break with a 1-0 lead but Rayon fought back strongly as goals from Roger Kanamugire and Abeddy Biramahire gave them the three points.

In a media interview, Robertinho praised his side for showing the necessary mentality for a team eager to win the league.

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"My players played very well and I am very content. This is how you have to play if you want to win the championship. The match was difficult but we lived up to the expectations,’ he said.

The Brazilian tactician also lauded Cameroonian winger Aziz Bassane who came on in the second half, saying "he changed the game” for the team.

Rayon will host Mukura Victory Sports on March 29 in another tricky encounter after the international break.

The Blues are on top of the table with 46 points from 21 games while their closest rivals APR FC are second with 42 points.