The suspense of the semi-finals of the Yas Cup of Madagascar, disputed this weekend at the By-Pass stadium, delivered its verdict. Elgeco Plus and AS Fanalamanga will meet in the final on July 20. In meetings marked by intensity, Elgeco Plus dominated Cosfa (1-0), while AS Fanalamanga has snatched its qualification from penalties against CFFA Andoharanofotsy (4-2, after a 1-1 draw).
On Saturday, Elgeco Plus, holding the title, assured its place in the final thanks to a narrow victory 1-0 against Cosfa. In a padlocked match, where each error could cost expensive, it was Ismail who made the difference in the 88th minute, offering a decisive goal to his own. This success brings Elgeco closer to more than a seventh historical title, after their coronations in 2013, 2014, 2018, 2022, 2023 and 2024. “ It was a very difficult match. Cosfa had a great season, and we played with caution. In cutting, each detail counts, especially in direct elimination. As Fanalamanga is a solid team, and we do not underestimate anyone Careca, the coach of Elgeco Plus.
A qualification for forceps
On Sunday, the shock between CFFA Andoharanoftsy and AS Fanalamanga held all its promises. In a remake of the quarterfinals of the Madagascar championship, CFFA took advantage in the 17th minute thanks to a goal of Grégas. But AS Fanalamanga, carried by a flawless determination, equalized in the 95th minute on a penalty transformed by Ismaël. Despite an extension marked by the expulsion of Mahery (AS Fanalamanga) in the 113rd minute, CFFA could not take advantage of his numerical superiority. The penalty shootout has finally smiled at AS Fanalamanga (4-2), who thus won his ticket for the final. “” This match was not easy, especially in front of a team that we know well. Led, we followed the coach’s instructions to return. Against Elgeco Plus, we are ready to give everything to write the story “Said Avotra, appointed man of the match.
On July 20, Elgeco Plus and As Fanalamanga will compete in a duel that promises to be explosive. For Elgeco Plus, the objective is clear: to keep the crown and strengthen its domination on the Madagascar Cup. For AS Fanalamanga, it is a unique opportunity to overthrow the reigning champion and to offer a first coronation in the Madagascar Cup.
Power of Samson