MONROVIA – In a match defined more by memory than league standings, Downtown FC delivered a poignant 2-1 victory over Discoveries FC on Thursday. The win marked the club’s first competitive appearance since the tragic passing of their star striker, Jesse Francis. Before kickoff, players from both sides observed a moment of silence as Downtown FC squad members, sporting black armbands and visible emotion, prepared to play for their fallen teammate. Despite creating several promising openings, Downtown struggled to find the clinical edge Francis was known for providing. Davis, a close personal friend of the late Francis, doubled the advantage to 2-0 with a composed finish.

Source: Front Page Africa April 03, 2026 07:45 UTC