Kwale FC crowned Cheza Dimba national champions

Coast-based side, Kwale FC, are the national champions of the inaugural Tujiamini Cheza Dimba National Championship.

The team displayed outstanding determination and skill, traveling all the way from Kwale to the capital city, Nairobi, and clinching the title in a hard-fought 1-0 win over Eldoret FC in match played on Sunday at Dandora Stadium, Nairobi.

Austin Sangwa scored the winning goal for Kwale FC to emerge the man-of-the-match.

Tujiamini Cheza Dimba tournament brought together the winning teams from all the regions to contest for the ultimate national crown.

“I am so much happy for this win despite the many challenges we had traveling all the way from Coast to Nairobi, and managing the win. The weather was also challenging but that did not deter us from snatching the crucial win,” said Sangwa.

His sentiments were echoed by his coach, Hamisi Masusa, who said the win will motivate them ahead of the second edition of the tournament.

“The win means a lot to us and it also indicates that Kwale County has a lot of talent. We want to thank Kwale County for their support and we are looking forward to win the second edition.”

Elsewhere, Uhola Queens FC from Ugenya sub-county beat Green Blades Spass FC from Mumias to emerge the national champions in women’s category.

The two teams played to a 1-1 draw in regular time before Uhola Queens edged Green blades FC 3-2 on post-match penalties.

Uhola Queens currently plays in the FKF Siaya County women's league, while Green Blades is based in Musanda Ward, Mumias West Sub-County and play their home matches at Ahong'injo Primary School grounds.

The national finals marked the culmination of the first edition of the Tujiamini Cheza Dimba tournament as the second edition was officially launched.