Kabkara, Black Stars in flying start as FKF Teso North league kicks off
Kabkara FC from Bungoma County and Black Stars from Kodedema in Teso South got off to a flying start as the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Teso North Sub Branch League kicked off at the weekend with seven matches on the card.
Kabkara from neighbouring Sirisia Constituency and Black Stars from Kodedema in Amukura East Ward opted to take part in Teso North League owing to its competitiveness. Kabkara ensured maximum points after beating visiting Adanya Wembe FC 3-1 in a thrilling match played at Kabkara play ground.
Joseph Omanyala put the hosts into the lead in the 7th minute before Peter Papa made it 2-0 in the 27th minute to take a 2-0 lead at the break. Adanya restored parity with a consolation goal in the 72nd minute through Abel Wanyonyi before Damascus Peter sealed their fate with the third goal.
Black Stars on the other hand stunned hosts Green Town 2-1 at Malaba Stadium with Michael Barasa scoring a brace. Green Town’s lone goal was netted by Maurice Wanyama.
Aboloi FC also started on a sound note after beating Akobwait 2-1 at Changara Primary School. Emmanuel Otwane netted twice for the winners with Emmanuel Busuru reducing the deficit.