City Stars Grind Out Big Win in the Coastal Storm
Nairobi City Stars kept their focus and fire, sealing a tight 1-0 victory over Mombasa United to stay firmly on track in the Super League title push.
Nairobi City Stars walked into Round 11 of the Super League like a team unbothered by pressure unshaken even by the ocean waves. And when it mattered most, they delivered.
Inside a charged Cambridge ground, the capital side edged Mombasa United 1-0 to grab three massive points, keeping the Nairobi City momentum roaring.
It was a game that simmered for long stretches, with both teams cancelling each other out in a cagey first half that ended 0-0. But City Stars came back after the break full of purpose and their trusted finisher stepped up once again.
The target man, inevitable as ever, struck in clinical fashion, burying the decisive goal that separated the two sides.
Amunike, true to his billing, found the breakthrough with a composed finish that sent the City Stars fans into a frenzy.
The Nairobi outfit controlled the tempo from that moment on, absorbing late pressure and showing championship-level grit to protect their narrow lead until the final whistle.
A flurry of first-half images captured the intensity and resolve of this squad focus etched on every face, belief running deep through the camp.