Benson Omalla, the leading scorer in the FKF Premier League, maintained his exceptional form by netting a crucial diving header in the 21st minute, securing a 1-0 victory for Gor Mahia against Tusker FC at the Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani on Sunday.
Omalla capitalized on a Patrick Sibomana cross from the left wing to score the decisive goal. Despite numerous opportunities, Tusker FC couldn’t equalize, with Edward Zakayo and Mike Oduor missing their shots.
This loss marked Tusker’s third defeat in seven games, while Benson Omalla extended his lead as the league’s top scorer with seven goals.
In another match held at Mbaraki Sports Club, AFC Leopards continued their search for their first win of the season with a 1-0 defeat against Bandari FC. Ugandan Derrick Nsibambi secured the victory for Bandari with a goal in the 56th minute.
AFC Leopards had opportunities to level the game, including a long-range effort from Luke Namanda, but Joseph Ochuka’s goalkeeping for Bandari kept them at bay.
In an early kickoff at the Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani, Kariobangi Sharks drew 1-1 against Muhoroni Youth. Collins Neto, the captain of Muhoroni Youth, put his team in the lead with a header from a freekick. However, Geoffrey Onyango scored a late equalizer for Kariobangi Sharks, securing a draw.
In Bungoma, Kakamega Homeboyz defeated Nzoia Sugar with a solitary goal, courtesy of Harambee Stars striker Moses Shummah.
A thrilling 2-2 draw played out at the Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay, where hosts Shabana faced Nairobi City Stars.
Samuel Kapen gave Nairobi City Stars the lead, Eugene Mukangula equalized for Shabana, and Vincent Nyabuto put Shabana ahead before Vincent Owino scored for Nairobi City Stars from the penalty spot in the 84th minute.
The match between Bidco United and Murang’a Seal ended in a goalless draw.
