Context and recent form
The Super Ligue returns to Mbuji-Mayi on 15 January when New Soger host Tanganyika at Stade Tshikisha. The scoreboard from recent meetings gives Tanganyika the psychological edge – the only recorded head-to-head in November ended 1-0 in their favour – and that result hangs over this fixture as both teams look to stabilise inconsistent campaigns. New Soger arrive on paper with mixed domestic form: a heavy 2-6 reverse to Saint Eloi Lupopo and a couple of solid home wins earlier in the campaign suggest a side capable of scoring but also prone to defensive lapses. Tanganyika, meanwhile, head into the match off a morale-boosting 1-0 victory over Malole and a sequence that includes a handful of narrow results; they have shown they can grind out results on their day.
What the numbers say
The statistical snapshot paints a picture of an encounter likely to see both teams involved in the action. New Soger’s home numbers show a significant goal footprint with 11 goals scored at home, while Tanganyika’s away figures reveal they have conceded on their travels and registered goals too. New Soger’s recent 2-6 loss exposes defensive frailties, whereas Tanganyika’s more conservative record includes several clean sheets, suggesting they can be hard to break down but are not immune to conceding. Importantly, the BTTS indicators tilt towards goals at both ends: New Soger’s home matches have a 100% BTTS rate in the sample, and Tanganyika’s away matches show a strong tendency for both teams to score as well.
Tactical outlook and match temperament
Expect a match where New Soger feel obliged to attack on home turf to appease a local crowd in an 8,000-capacity stadium, which could leave spaces at the back for Tanganyika on the counter. Tanganyika’s recent results underline their ability to spoil the rhythm of opponents and to sneak tight results, but they will likely be tested here. This is not the type of fixture to be decided by a single defensive masterclass; the patterns in recent meetings and seasonal data suggest open spells and at least one goal for each side.
Final read and betting angle
Given the combination of New Soger’s home scoring record, Tanganyika’s proven ability to find the net away from home, the previous 1-0 triumph for Tanganyika in the pair’s last clash, and the high BTTS percentages in the available data, the clearest market edge is on goals rather than a straight match-winner. For readers wanting to refine their approach, consider pairing this view with broader strategy guidance such as Soccer betting tips and the choice of markets and timing advice from The right time to place bets on goal markets to manage stakes and entry points.
Betting suggestion: Both Teams to Score (BTTS: Yes).
