KCB Fall to Mathare at Kasarani

KCB FC will shift focus to their upcoming clash against Kariobangi Sharks on September 30 at the Police Sacco Stadium after falling 1-0 to Mathare United in a tightly contested SportPesa Premier League match at the Kasarani Annex.

The game began on a cautious note, with both sides struggling to create clear opportunities. KCB’s first real chance arrived in the 24th minute when Jack Okello struck from distance after pouncing on a loose ball, but his effort drifted just wide.

Mathare United, however, found the opener moments before the break. Team captain Elli Asieche stepped up and curled in a superb free kick two minutes before halftime, handing the Slum Boys a 1-0 advantage.

The second half started under heavy rain, which made ball control and movement more difficult. KCB came close to equalizing when Kevin Ouru was forced into a superb one-handed save that deflected the ball onto the woodwork. Substitute Okoth later came close again, narrowly missing the target with a glancing header from an Asieche corner.

Despite KCB’s late pressure and a brief stoppage in play after a collision inside the box, Mathare held their ground to secure all three points.

Speaking after the match, KCB Head Coach Robert Matano admitted it was a challenging encounter:“It was a tough match in difficult conditions, but we have to move on quickly. Our focus now is on Sharks, and we must prepare well to bounce back.”