Match Report
Gorilla claimed a 3-1 victory over Al Merreikh in the National Soccer League. Before the match, Gorilla were 11th in the National Soccer League table with Al Merreikh in 3rd. Head-to-head (2025–2026): 2 matches, 2 wins for Gorilla, 0 for Al Merreikh, 0 drawn. Gorilla had scored 31 goals this season (0.9 per game), Al Merreikh had 41 (1.2 per game). Gorilla's goals came from Alex Karenzo (45'), Alex Karenzo (70'), Hesborn Rutonesha (75'); Al Merreikh scored through Abdalatif Abyad (90'). Match stats: on target 4-2, corners 5-4. The numbers behind the result — ratings, events and stats — are all above.
The matchup in the National Soccer League brings together Gorilla and Al Merreikh at Kigali Pelé Stadium.
Gorilla come in 11th with 40 points, while Al Merreikh sit 3rd with 59 points.
Gorilla hold 2 wins in this fixture since 2025, against 0 for Al Merreikh, with 0 draws in 2 meetings.
Gorilla came out on top: the game ended 3-1.
Goal scorers
Gorilla: Alex Karenzo (45'), Alex Karenzo (70'), Hesborn Rutonesha (75') · Al Merreikh: Abdalatif Abyad (90')
Key stats
On target: 4-2 · Corners: 5-4