MOFA Run Riot, APS Bomet’s Dreams Clouded by Chaos

The 35th round of the FKF National Super League (NSL) unfolded in dramatic fashion across Kenya on Sunday, June 1, producing high-octane football, crucial victories in the promotion race, and an unfortunate episode of violence that led to the abandonment of a key match in Kibera.

MOFA 5–0 Vihiga United: Statement Made
At the heart of the day’s biggest result was MOFA FC, who thrashed Vihiga United 5-0 in a ruthless display.

Abdalah Swaleh opened the scoring in the 21st minute, and Lawrence Okoth doubled the lead just before halftime. The second half saw MOFA continue their dominance, benefiting from an own goal in the 59th minute, another strike by Okoth three minutes later, and a final flourish from Vincent Omondi in the 82nd minute.

The win not only boosts MOFA’s goal difference but sends a message to other contenders that they’re peaking at the right time.

Migori Youth Edge Samwest
Migori Youth grabbed a valuable 1-0 away win over Samwest, with the decisive goal coming in the second half. Though not flashy, the result keeps their promotion hopes alive and adds pressure on teams around them in the standings.

Mombasa Stars Stun Assad
Mombasa Stars held on for a gutsy 1-0 away win at Assad FC, with the only goal of the match coming in the 41st minute. A composed defensive display in the second half ensured all three points travelled back to the coast.

Luanda Villa 1–1 Kisumu All Stars: Spoils Shared
In a tight western derby, Luanda Villa and Kisumu All Stars played out a 1-1 draw. Omondi F. scored early for Villa in the 10th minute, but All Stars equalized just before the break, setting up a cagey second half where neither side could find a winner.

MCF 0–0 3K FC: Goalless, But Gritty
Both sides fought hard but lacked the final touch in a 0-0 stalemate. MCF and 3K FC will view the point differently one as a missed opportunity, the other as a hard-earned result.

Nzoia Sugar 1–0 Darajani Gogo: Sugar Mill Keeps Rolling
Nzoia Sugar bagged another crucial three points with a 1-0 win over Darajani Gogo. The winner came in the 71st minute, helping Nzoia continue their push toward a strong finish to the season.

Kibera Black Stars vs. APS Bomet: Match Abandoned After Chaos
The most shocking moment of the weekend occurred at Jamhuri Sports Complex, where the tie between Kibera Black Stars and APS Bomet was abandoned in the 77th minute under troubling circumstances.

Kibera had led 1-0 courtesy of Chesara Eusters, before Philip Wasai’s 73rd-minute equalizer for Bomet sparked controversy. Confusion arose when assistant referee Grace Njeri initially flagged for offside but later appeared to allow the goal. The mixed signals led to outrage from fans and bench staff, resulting in an assault on the assistant referee by enraged spectators.

Njeri had to be evacuated from the stadium by ambulance, and after an extended delay, the officials called off the match citing safety concerns. The FKF League and Competitions Committee will now determine the final outcome based on the match commissioner’s report.

What’s Next?
With just a few matches remaining, the FKF National Super League title race and the battle for promotion is heating up. While clubs like MOFA and Migori Youth are making strong pushes, the violence in Kibera serves as a stark reminder of the need for security and sportsmanship as tensions rise.

As the dust settles on Round 35, Kenyan football fans can expect more twists and turns in the final stretch of this fiercely competitive campaign.