Gorilla FC head coach Alain Kirasa has expressed frustration over the away objectives rule after it denied his aspect a spot within the 2026 Peace Cup last.
Gorilla FC have been eradicated within the semifinals on the away objectives rule after the two-legged tie in opposition to Rayon Sports activities ended 1-1 on combination.
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Rayon Sports activities secured a 1-1 draw away from residence within the first leg earlier than either side performed out a goalless stalemate at Kigali Pele Stadium within the return leg, permitting the Blues to advance to the ultimate on the away objectives rule.
Talking after the match, Kirasa questioned the relevance of the rule in trendy soccer.
“We didn’t lose both of the 2 matches however, sadly, we’re eradicated. We play on the identical pitches and beneath the identical circumstances, so I don’t perceive why this nonetheless occurs,” Kirasa stated.
“We must always study from different competitions in Europe and elsewhere. The rule wants to vary.”
The away objectives rule, which separates groups tied on combination by favouring the aspect that scored extra objectives away from residence, has already been scrapped in a number of main competitions in recent times.
Experiences additionally counsel that Confederation of African Soccer (CAF) is reviewing the rule and will think about adjustments in its competitions as a part of broader reforms geared toward aligning with trendy soccer requirements.
The end result sends Rayon Sports activities into the Peace Cup last for a second consecutive season, whereas Gorilla FC bow out narrowly regardless of producing disciplined defensive performances throughout each legs.
