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Africa-Press – Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>Espoir FC go head to head with Group B leaders Vision FC in a crunch Second Division League tie at Rusizi Stadium, on Sunday February 18.<\/p>\n

Espoir are second in Group B with 29 points, two points adrift of table leaders Vision FC and a win for Marcel Lomami’s side on Sunday would see them take over the summit for the first time this season.<\/p>\n

“I’m ready, my men are ready too. I know that were going to play a Vision FC side which has proven their talent and winning spirit both in the league and the Peace Cup,” Lomami told Times Sport on Friday.<\/p>\n

“This match means a lot to us, especially because we’ll be playing in front of our fans and at our home stadium.”<\/p>\n

Lomami admits that it will be a tough game against a strong team, but he insists that his team is prepared and determined to give their all and win at home.<\/p>\n

The Rusizi-based club suffered a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Vision FC in the first round game held at Mumena stadium on November 4 Sunday\u2019s rendezvous will be a good occasion for them to avenge.<\/p>\n

Another big fixture will see former topflight side AS Muhanga welcome United Stars at Muhanga stadium.<\/p>\n

Group B table<\/p>\n

1. Vision FC \u2014 31 points<\/p>\n

2. Espoir FC \u2014 29 points<\/p>\n

3. Interforce FC \u2014 27 points<\/p>\n

4. AS Muhanga \u2014 27 points<\/p>\n

5. Miroplast FC \u2014 18 points<\/p>\n

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