Imanishimwe bags brace as APR’s perfect start hit new high

Tuesday Etincelles 0-2 APR Mukura 0-0 AS Kigali Champions APR continued to impress in the Azam Rwanda Premier League as Emmanuel Imanishimwe scored twice in a 2-0 win over Etincelles at Umuganda Stadium on Tuesday. This was the military side’s fifth win – and fifth cleansheet – in a row since the start of the 2018/2019 season on October 19. Full-back Imanishimwe scored in either half as APR remained the only league side yet to concede a goal, and yet to drop points this season following the goalless draw between Mukura Victory Sports and struggling AS Kigali at Huye Stadium. Going into match-day 5 on Tuesday, APR and Mukura were joint leaders with 12 points. Imanishimwe broke the deadlock in the 27th minute before making it 2-0 for Ljubomir Petrovics black and white outfit in the 65th minute. “It is always a great feeling to score goals, especially when you are a defender, because it brings more confidence. However, my wish is to see my team winning more games and maintaining the momentum,” brace hero, Imanishimwe, said in a post-match interview. He further noted that: “I am fighting to get back to my best after a series of injuries last season, I believe I will continue to improve and get much better with time.” APR top the table standings with 15 points, two ahead of second-placed Mukura. editorial@newtimes.co.rw