KCB FC secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Ulinzi Stars on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at the Police Sacco Stadium. A 55th-minute strike by Francis Kahiro proved decisive, separating the two sides in a tightly contested match.
In the earlier 4 p.m. kickoff at the same venue, Tusker FC and Kenya Police FC shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw. Kenya Police took an early lead with Marvin Nabwire finding the back of the net in the 17th minute. Despite holding the advantage for much of the match, Tusker left it late, equalizing through a Lunanda Lawrence goal in the 85th minute.
Newly promoted Mara Sugar continued their 2 game unbeaten run, coming from behind to earn a point against hosts Murang’a Seal. Murang’a struck early with Titus Kapchanga scoring in the 2nd minute, but Mara equalized in the 70th minute through Mike Isabwa to secure a 1-1 draw.
At a packed Dandora Stadium, AFC Leopards claimed a 2-1 victory against Nairobi City Stars. Victor Otieno opened the scoring for Leopards, but Elvis Noor brought the match level. An unfortunate own goal by Wycliff Omondi handed the hosts all three points.
Over at Mumias Complex, heavy rains forced the stoppage of the match between Kakamega Homeboyz and Kariobangi Sharks in the 58th minute. Before the interruption, Ally Salum had given Kariobangi Sharks a 46th-minute lead. The match is set to resume tomorrow Monday, September 30, 2024 at 1 p.m.
In other FKF Premier League action, Gor Mahia cruised to a 4-0 victory over Mathare United, Bandari FC secured a 1-0 win on the road against Sofapaka, while Bidco United and FC Talanta played out a 1-1 draw.
Round 3 Results
- Sofapaka 0-1 Gor Mahia 4-0 Mathare United
- Bidco United 1-1 FC Talanta
- KCB 1-0 Ulinzi Stars
- Kenya Police 1-1 Tusker FC
- Murang’a Seal 1-1 Mara Sugar
- Sofapaka 0-1 Bandari FC
- AFC Leopards 2-1 Nairobi City Stars
- Kakamega Homeboyz 0-1* Kariobangi Sharks
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