The D1 Paryaj Lakay enters its third round of play this Sunday, with regional rivalries taking center stage across Haiti.
The schedule features two high-profile derbies in Les Cayes and Cap-Haïtien that will impact the early-season standings, Haiti-Tempo reported.
In the southern city of Les Cayes, Juventus FC and América FC are set to face off at Land des Gabions. Both clubs enter the match with momentum after securing wins during the second round of play. Juventus defeated the Don Bosco, while América FC claimed a victory against the Racing Club Haïtien, providing both sides with a boost as they prepare for the rivalry match.
Juventus FC seeks to climb the standings with a win, while América FC aims to protect its early-season unbeaten record. “The Solo will sell their skin dearly,” the report noted regarding the competitive nature expected between the two Cayes-based clubs.
The rivalry between the AS Capoise and the FICA reaches a boiling point in the nation’s second-largest city. AS Capoise, known as the “Vieux Coq,” enters the match following a mid-week loss to Real Hope FA, a game marked by disputed officiating. The team is looking to rebound by handing FICA its first defeat of the season.
On the opposing side, FICA, the “Fière Colombe,” arrives at the match following a win against Tempête FC. The team intends to maintain its current form by securing a victory in the derby to stay atop the regional conversation.
The third round includes six matches across two groups, all scheduled for a 3:00 PM local time kick-off. The league has organized the following fixtures:
- Group A
- AS Capoise vs. FICA at Parc Saint Victor
- Racing FC vs. Tempête FC at Parc Vincent
- Real Hope FA vs. Ouanaminthe FC at Parc Résigné
- Group B
- Juventus FC vs. América FC at Land des Gabions
- Racing CH vs. Cavaly AS at Parc Sainte Claire
- Don Bosco PV vs. Violette AC at Parc Sainte Thérèse
Beyond the derbies, other clubs look to stabilize their positions in the early table. Don Bosco PV faces a challenging matchup against Violette AC at Parc Sainte Thérèse as they attempt to recover from their previous loss. Meanwhile, the Ouanaminthe FC faces a difficult road test, traveling to Milot to play against Real Hope FA.
The results of these matches will determine the initial leaders of the league as the third round concludes on Sunday.
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