AFC Leopards cut Gor Mahia lead to four points with Sharks victory

Stephen Thugi
By Stephen Thugi March 29, 2026 09:01 (EAT)
AFC Leopards cut Gor Mahia lead to four points with Sharks victory

Kariobangi Sharks FC vs AFC Leopards SC during the Sportpesa Premier League match at Kasarani Stadium on November 23, 2025. Photo/Sportpicha

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AFC Leopards breathed new life into the FKF Premier League title race on Sunday with a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Kariobangi Sharks at Nyayo National Stadium, cutting the gap to leaders Gor Mahia to just four points.

Tyson Otieno produced a moment of brilliance in the 59th minute, curling home a stunning strike from a tight angle to send the Leopards faithful into raptures and secure a priceless three points for Ingwe.

The win lifts AFC Leopards to 52 points, keeping them firmly in the title race and underlining their determination to fight to the very end.

It was a much-needed boost for Leopards, who showed the character and quality required to stay in contention. Otieno’s clinical finish from an almost impossible angle stood out as the highlight of the afternoon and could prove crucial to their title ambitions.

Gor Mahia, however, remain top of the table on 56 points, though the gap is quickly narrowing.

With several matches still to play, the title race is shaping up to be a thrilling, high-stakes contest.

Elsewhere, Shabana FC edged Murang’a Seal 1–0 at Gusii Stadium, thanks to a 40th-minute goal from Wycliffe Omondi. The victory takes Shabana to 43 points, keeping them firmly in the chasing pack.

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