Mombasa United maintain NSL lead with another home victory

‎The hosts scored once in each half through Denis Toeri and Samuel Atta to secure another crucial victory and maintain their lead at the top of the National Super League standings.

‎Both teams began the match cautiously, maintaining low defensive blocks that limited attacking opportunities in the early stages.‎

‎Mombasa United eventually broke the deadlock in the 30th minute when Denis Toeri converted from the penalty spot after Amos Ochieng handled the ball inside the box, sending Kabati Youth goalkeeper Edwin Ndung'u the wrong way.

‎Kabati Youth nearly responded five minutes later, but Dominic McFerran missed a clear opportunity as his shot drifted wide of the left post.

‎United continued pushing for a second goal through striker David Mayson and midfielder Clinton Odiwuor, but their efforts failed to produce the breakthrough.

‎Just before halftime, Kabati Youth striker Tyson Sifuna nearly equalised after lobbing the ball over United goalkeeper Richard Ebenyo, but his effort narrowly missed the target.

‎The hosts went into the break leading 1-0.

‎Ten minutes into the second half, Kabati Youth created another chance when Dennis Ndung'u found space inside the penalty area, but his shot went over the crossbar.

‎In the 83rd minute, Fidel Omondi beat several Kabati defenders and found himself one-on-one with the goalkeeper, but failed to hit the target.

‎Mombasa United eventually sealed the win deep into stoppage time in the 92nd minute when striker Samuel Atta fired a low shot past Ndung'u, securing three valuable points.

The victory marked United’s 13th home win of the season and ensured they maintained their lead at the top of the National Super League table.

‎Speaking after the match, Mombasa United head coach Gilbert Selebwa welcomed the result despite admitting his side did not perform at their best.

“Sometimes you play well and win games, and sometimes you don’t play well but still win. Today was one of those days we didn’t play well, but got the win and collected another crucial three points at home,” he said.

‎Kabati Youth assistant coach Arnold Irungu, however, expressed dissatisfaction with the officiating.

‎“We played well despite the loss. It’s hard luck, but in terms of officiating, I was not impressed, especially with the penalty they were given. It was not clear. However, we have to go back to the drawing board as we move forward,” Irungu said.