The FKF Premier League Sunday matches delivered drama, thrilling comebacks, and hard-fought draws across the country, with Ulinzi Stars and Kenya Police FC unable to break the deadlock, while Kariobangi Sharks and AFC Leopards shared the spoils at Machakos Stadium.
Ulinzi Stars 0-0 Kenya Police FcAt Kinoru Stadium, it was a tactical battle as Ulinzi Stars and Kenya Police FC settled for a goalless draw. Both sides had their chances, but solid defending and goalkeeping performances ensured the game ended without a winner. Ulinzi’s disciplined defense held firm, while Police FC’s attack struggled to break through. This draw adds another point to both teams’ tallies but leaves them still searching for consistency.
Kariobangi Sharks 1-1 AFC Leopards
At Machakos Stadium, Kariobangi Sharks and AFC Leopards played out an entertaining 1-1 draw. Kariobangi Sharks took the lead in the 20th minute when Biron Otieno threaded a brilliant pass through the AFC Leopards’ defense to set up Alushula, who calmly finished to give Sharks the advantage.
However, AFC Leopards responded quickly, with Victor Omune equalizing in the 27th minute. Omune latched onto an assist from Arthur Gitego, finishing confidently to bring Leopards level. The game continued to ebb and flow until the 72nd minute when Sharks’ goalscorer Alushula was sent off, leaving the home side to play the last 18 minutes with ten men. Despite Leopards’ numerical advantage, they couldn’t capitalize, and the match ended 1-1.
Tusker FC 3-1 FC Talanta
Tusker FC produced a commanding performance in their 3-1 victory over FC Talanta at Ruaraka Grounds, handing Talanta their first loss of the season. The visitors took an early lead in the third minute through a Bernard Odhiambo penalty, but Tusker responded with a superb display of resilience and attacking flair.
Tom Teka leveled the score for Tusker seven minutes later, powering home a header from a Mike Oduor corner. The Ugandan striker Kaddu then took center stage, scoring twice to seal the win. His first goal came from a quick free-kick routine, with Dennis Wanjala delivering the ball and Shaphan Siwa flicking it past the keeper for Kaddu to tap in. Kaddu’s second goal was almost identical, as another Wanjala free-kick and Siwa flick led to his close-range finish.
Tusker’s third win of the season solidified their position as one of the league’s in-form teams, while FC Talanta, despite the early promise, suffered their first defeat.