Shabana Cruise Past Kcb To Go Level On Points With Gor Mahia
Shabana FC produced a ruthless away performance at Kasarani Stadium to beat KCB FC 3-1, a result that lifts the Glamour Boys level on points with Gor Mahia as the title race gathers pace.
Shabana FC underlined their growing title credentials with an emphatic 3-1 victory over KCB FC in a lively FKF Premier League encounter played at Kasarani Stadium on Sunday evening.
The visitors wasted little time asserting themselves, striking early to seize control of the contest. Kevin Omundi opened the scoring in the 14th minute after a slick build-up that caught the KCB backline flat-footed, handing Shabana a deserved early advantage.
Shabana continued to dominate possession and territory, and their pressure paid off again midway through the first half. Obina was on hand to double the lead in the 24th minute, calmly finishing after another well-worked attacking move to silence the home crowd.
KCB struggled to cope with Shabana’s intensity and were forced into an early double substitution on the half-hour mark as they searched for answers. Despite a more spirited response towards the end of the half, the bankers went into the break trailing 2-0.
The hosts came out with renewed urgency after the restart and were rewarded in the 49th minute when Kelvin Etemesi pulled one back to make it 2-1, briefly swinging momentum in KCB’s favour. The goal sparked belief among the home side, who pressed for an equaliser.
However, Shabana showed composure and maturity to weather the pressure. Just minutes later, Ezekiah Omuri restored the two-goal cushion in the 63rd minute, finishing clinically to make it 3-1 and effectively put the contest beyond KCB’s reach.
As the game wore on, Shabana managed proceedings professionally, making tactical substitutions to see out the result. KCB’s frustrations were evident, with bookings for Maruti Dennis and Amatton Samunya highlighting a difficult evening for the hosts.
The final whistle confirmed a vital away win for Shabana, a result that sees them move level on points with Gor Mahia at the top end of the table. For KCB, it was a sobering night that exposed defensive frailties and left them with ground to make up in the race for honours.
Shabana’s fans left Kasarani in jubilant mood, confident that their side has both the quality and mentality to sustain a serious title push as the season progresses.
