Amidst the rainy season’s relentless grip, the Sharkmen found themselves compelled to kick off their game earlier than scheduled in matchweek 26. Riding the wave of a winning streak, they unleashed their fervor against the Kakamega Homeboyz, seizing an early advantage with a thunderous strike from Moses Shikanda, a traditional overhead kick that found the net in the 22nd minute. Yet, the Homeboyz swiftly retaliated, yearning for victory themselves, as Batambuze unleashed a sumptuous free kick, restoring parity just six minutes later. Despite a showcase of defensive prowess and strategic acumen, the match ultimately culminated in a stalemate.
Meanwhile, the Seals embarked on their clash with Nairobi City Stars at the same time as the Sharkmen, enduring a goalless first half. However, the tide turned dramatically in the 50th minute when Simba wa Nairobi unleashed an onslaught, with Bajaber converting from the spot to secure an early lead. Oalo then swiftly doubled the City Stars’ advantage, before Yuto Kusaba sealed the deal with a third goal in the 87th minute, clinching victory and all three points for Simba wa Nairobi.
Over at Nzoia Sugar’s home turf, tensions ran high as they faced off against Gor Mahia, initially taking the lead through Simiyu Daniel’s penalty in the 26th minute. Yet, Gor Mahia swiftly responded, with Shariff Musa equalizing in the 43rd minute, before Wangai secured a lead from Shariff Juma’s delivery. The defending champions left an indelible mark with a final goal in the 90th minute courtesy of Omalla.
In Machakos, Ulinzi showcased their prowess, striking in added time of the first half against Sofapaka through Issa Lumumba. Asembeka’s penalty in the 65th minute leveled the playing field for Sofapaka, ultimately concluding the match with a shared point for both sides.
Elsewhere, the Dockers embarked on a fierce battle against Bidco United, securing an early lead with Juma’s goal in the 44th minute. However, Emmanuel Mogaka swiftly equalized for Bidco United, resulting in a hard-fought draw.
In another clash, Duncan Otieno’s early goal in the 10th minute propelled Police FC to victory against KCB, despite the latter’s persistent attempts to level the score.
