KWPL review: Kenya Police outshoot Ulinzi to open an eight-point gap at the summit

Kenya Police Bullets head coach David Vijago has termed their 3-0 win over Ulinzi Starlets as a major motivation in their bid to defend the Kenyan Women Premier League title this season.

The ‘Afande Derby’ at the Ulinzi Sports Complex saw goals from Lydiah Akoth, Terry Engesha and Emily Moranga in the 39th, 63rd and 66th minutes respectively, earning Police maximum points and cementing their supremacy at the top of the 12-team league standings with 52 points—opening an eight-point gap over second-placed Ulinzi.

Trinity Starlets sit third with 40 points, while four-time champions Vihiga Queens and Kibera Soccer Women complete the top five with 36 and 28 points respectively.

Speaking to Citizen Digital, the former Kibera Soccer Women coach, who took charge of the Police Sacco Stadium-based side on October 1, 2025, replacing Beldine Odemba, hailed her charges for the win and insisted they are focused on winning their remaining fixtures.

“It was a very crucial win for us and a huge motivation as we push to win the title for the third time in a row. The energy, resilience and togetherness in the team are some of the reasons behind our fine form this season.

I am urging my players to stay focused and win the remaining fixtures because we want to retain the title and earn another chance to represent the country at the CECAFA Women Club Championship,” said Vijago.

Elsewhere at Nyang’ori High School, Vihiga Queens climbed to fourth place following a narrow 1-0 win over Kayole Starlets, thanks to Anita Namatta’s 13th-minute strike.