Shabana stun Tusker to end wait for maiden FKF PL win

After enduring a five-match winless streak, Shabana FC finally secured their first victory by defeating Tusker FC 1-0 in an FKF Premier League match held at Moi International Kasarani.

Before this match, Shabana had suffered two losses and three draws in their first five matches of the season.

Shabana's struggles

Interestingly, they had conceded four goals in their opening four matches. Their previous match had been a 1-1 draw against AFC Leopards at Ulinzi Complex, marking their third draw with the same scoreline.

Their opponents, Tusker FC, had experienced mixed results, winning just two of their opening five matches and being held to a goalless draw by FC Talanta the previous weekend.

The first half of the match ended without any goals, and the decisive goal came in the 70th minute.

Former Tusker FC player Rodgers Aloro delivered a long free-kick into the box, where Vincent Nyabuto reacted quickly to head in the winning goal, securing three crucial points for Shabana.

Shabana climb

With this victory, Shabana climbed out of the danger zone, moving to 14th place with six points from six matches, while Tusker FC currently sits in sixth place with eight points.

In Saturday's fixtures, Murang'a Seal will face Sofapaka, with the league debutants hosting the former Premier League champions.

Sofapaka have struggled and currently sits at the bottom of the table with just one point. Murang'a Seal will aim for a win to maintain their position in the top three, while Sofapaka hope to relieve the pressure of their challenging start.

Police FC, under a new coaching staff, will seek their second win of the season when they take on Nairobi City Stars. City Stars, with two wins, two draws, and a loss, is expected to provide a tough challenge for Police as they clash at Kasarani Stadium at 3:00 p.m.

At 4:00 p.m., the footballing spotlight will turn to the Mashemeji Derby as AFC Leopards hosts Gor Mahia at Kasarani main Stadium.

AFC Leopards are searching for their first win of the season, while Gor Mahia aim to avoid a defeat and potentially secure a victory to maintain their unbeaten streak.

AFC Leopards have struggled this season, currently occupying 14th place with just four points, and a win in the derby would not only be significant but also grant them bragging rights.

On Sunday, October 8, two matches are scheduled, with Muhoroni Youth facing KCB in Muhoroni and Bidco United taking on Bandari at Kasarani.