Posta Rangers grab 4th consecutive win
Posta Rangers have extended their lead at the top of the table, putting four points between them and second-placed Muranga Seal after securing a 1-0 victory over Kariobangi Sharks in a match held at Kasarani Annex.
The clash between Sharks and Rangers was anticipated to be a fierce battle, as both teams had been in excellent form and remained unbeaten in the league.
Posta Rangers form
Posta Rangers entered the match as league leaders, having amassed 10 points from three wins and a draw in their previous fixtures.
Kariobangi Sharks, on the other hand, were in third place, with two wins and two draws in their four matches.
Patrick Otieno, facing his former team, struck early with a goal just seven minutes into the game. The goal came after centre-back Kennedy Owino delivered a precise long pass to set up Otieno’s strike.
In a show of respect to his former club, Otieno refrained from celebrating his goal.
Posta Rangers managed to maintain their slender lead and secured a second consecutive 1-0 victory of the season.
Posta Rangers clean sheets
This match marked the third clean sheet for John Kamau’s side, as Posta Rangers continued their impressive start to the season.
With 13 points out of a possible 15, they have now opened up a four-point gap at the top of the league standings.
Posta Rangers have scored eight goals this season while conceding just one.
On Sunday, October 1, Bandari and Kakamega Homeboyz will face off at Mbaraki Stadium. Bandari, currently in sixth place, will aim to boost their morale with a victory, while Homeboyz hope to secure a win and climb the league standings.
AFC Leopards, still in search of their first win of the season, will play against Shabana FC at Ulinzi Sports Complex. AFC Leopards are currently in 13th place and will be under pressure to secure a victory after three draws and one loss.
Gor Mahia, who were held to a draw by Homeboyz in their previous game, will seek to return to winning ways when they face KCB FC.
Tusker, in fifth place with two wins, a draw, and a loss, will take on Talanta FC at Ruaraka Sports Ground.