Mombasa Elite’s Struggles Continue with Defeat to Mara Sugar in NSL Clash

Mombasa Elite’s challenging season in the National Super League continued as they suffered a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Mara Sugar, marking their 15th loss.

The match, which unfolded at the Mombasa Elite’s home ground, saw Mara Sugar secure both goals within a ten-minute window during the second half, courtesy of Erick Juma and Joseph Okwenda.

The game’s first notable action came from Mara Sugar’s Brian Ochieng, whose early header was deflected to safety by Mombasa Elite’s goalkeeper Richard Ebenyo. Elite’s significant chance arrived 20 minutes in when Emmanuel Lunalo, their leading scorer, had his shot saved by Mara Sugar’s Felix Odoyo.

As the match neared its conclusion, Elite’s Rajab Hassan unleashed a powerful free-kick from 25 yards out, only to be thwarted by Odoyo’s save. Mara Sugar’s breakthrough came in the 52nd minute when Erick Juma found the net following a cross from Michael Isabwa. Shortly after, Joseph Okwenda doubled their advantage, converting a cross from Woodvine Okoth.

Despite a few opportunities in the second half, the home team couldn’t overturn their fortunes, adding another loss to their record.

In other league action at Machakos Stadium, Naivas FC delivered a dominant performance against Mombasa Stars, securing a 4-1 victory and reinforcing their position at the top of the league.

The full roundup of Saturday’s NSL results is as follows:

• Naivas FC triumphed over Mombasa Stars with a score of 4-1.
• Luanda Villa emerged victorious against Silbwet FC, ending the match 3-1.
• Darajani Gogo clinched a win against Kajiado FC with a scoreline of 2-1.
• Dimba Patriots FC and Kisumu All Stars played to a 1-1 draw.
• Mombasa Elite faced defeat against Mara Sugar, with the final score at 0-2.