Etincelles vs Gicumbi: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Etincelles prepare to host Gicumbi on February 21, 2026, with kick-off at 14:00, this RWANDA: National League fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Etincelles, currently 15th in the standings with 17 points from 20 games, trail the leaders by 22 points. They've earned 10 points from 11 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Gicumbi, sitting 12th with 23 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 11 points from 10 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 11 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Recent meetings between Etincelles and Gicumbi have been competitive, ending in a 1-1 draw. Neither team has managed to gain a clear advantage in recent encounters.

In their previous league match against Muhanga, Etincelles recorded a 2-1 victory while lining up in a standard formation.

Gicumbi's last outing came against Marines, where they secured a 1-1 draw using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Etincelles are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Etincelles and Gicumbi are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Etincelles's fixtures have averaged 1.8 goals per game, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Gicumbi's games average 3.1 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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