Bandari edge Gor Mahia, Murang’a humble Sofapaka as City Stars and Bidco share spoils

Bandari FC left an everlasting memory of their last match at the Mbaraki Sports Club in Mombasa before its closure for renovation with a 1-0 victory over league leaders Gor Mahia.

The Dockers had been winless in 10 matches against K’Ogalo since a 2-1 success over the 20-time Kenyan champions on December 8, 2018. Fidel Origa scored the all-important for the home side in the 40th minute, condemning their high-flying visitors to only their second loss of the season. The defeat cut Gor Mahia’s lead at the top of the table to 7 points as Bandari rose to second place with 43 points.

Nairobi City Stars 1-1 Bidco United 

At the Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos, Nairobi City Stars were held to 1-1 draw at home to Bidco United in the day’s early kick off. Simba wa Nairobi had victory snatched from them as Jacob Onyango struck for the away team in the 94th minute to cancel Dennis Oalo’s 41st minute goal. The result saw Nairobi City Stars rise to 5th with 39 points while Bidco United remains 10th with 32 points.

Murang'a Seal 2-1 Sofapaka

Murang’a Seal continued with their resurgence with a 2-1 win over Sofapaka at the Kenyatta Stadium, Machakos, in the day’s late kick off game. Goals from Yusuf Ally (22nd minute) and John Kiplangat (61st minute) ensured Murang’a Seal completed the double over Batoto Ba Mungu who got their consolation goal from Thomas Kakaire in the 70th minute. The defeat brought an end to Sofapaka’s five match unbeaten run as Murang’a Seal, who despite remaining in 11th place, inched closer to Bidco United in 10th place as the result increased their points tally to 31. Sofapaka remains 14th with 26 points.

Sunday fixtures 

Tomorrow’s fixtures will see Posta Rangers host Kariobangi Sharks at the Police Sacco Stadium in a 1 pm kick off before Police FC welcome Muhoroni Youth at the same venue in a 4 pm kick off. Kenyatta Stadium, Machakos, will be the venue for the eternal rivalry match between Tusker and AFC Leopards which will kick off at 3 pm. Outside the Nairobi Metropolitan area, Kakamega Homeboyz will host Ulinzi Stars at the Mumias Sports Complex at 3 pm while Nzoia Sugar will welcome Talanta FC at the Sudi Stadium at 3 pm.

After Round 24, the league will take a four-week break with action resuming on April 6, 2024, with Round 25 matches.

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