Mathare United Tighten Grip on Promotion Spot, Mara Sugar Keep Hope Alive

Mathare United added pressure on National Super League leaders Naivas FC with a 2-0 victory against Migori Youth at Kasarani Annex on Saturday.

Meshack Ochieno netted a brace for the 2008 Kenya Premier League champions, securing both goals in the first half. This marked the second match for veteran coach Francis Kimanzi, who recently took charge of the team.

The win propelled Mathare United to within three points of Naivas, who lead the table with 56 points and a game in hand. Meanwhile, Nairobi United maintained their promotion playoff spot with a 2-0 win over Kibera Blackstars, holding steady with 52 points. Rodgers Oporia and Elson Wangamati scored for the league debutants.

In Awendo, Mara Sugar kept their promotion hopes alive with a 2-1 victory against Mombasa Stars. Drona Langa and Samuel Odaro found the net for the hosts, while Alvin Ngoto scored a consolation for the visitors. Mara Sugar now trails the second position by just three points with a game in hand.

In the battle for survival, Mulembe United fought to a 2-2 draw against Kajiado at Ildamat Stadium. Despite trailing by two Eric Ombija goals at halftime, Mulembe rallied back to secure a crucial point.

Silibwet Leons earned a valuable point at home against Kisumu Allstars, moving within two points of safety. Silibwet is currently two points behind Kajiado FC, who occupy the safety position due to a superior goal difference over Gusii.

Gusii United’s woes continued as they suffered a 3-0 defeat to Vihiga Bullets, marking their third consecutive loss and placing them in a precarious position. With 12 rounds remaining, Gusii United will need to turn their fortunes around to retain their NSL status.

National Super League Weekend Results

Saturday

Kajiado FC 2-2 Mulembe United

Mathare United 2-0 Migori Youth

Naivas FC 1-0 Dimba Patriots

Silibwet Leons 1-1 Kisumu All Stars

Nairobi United 2-0 Kibera Black Stars

Sunday

Mombasa Elite 3-2 Luanda Villa SC

Mara Sugar 2-1 Mombasa Stars

Darajani Gogo 0-1 Rainbow FC

SS Assad 1-0 MCF FC

Vihiga Bullets 3-0 Gusii FC

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