NSL: Mara maintain fine run, Seal go third

NSL: Mara maintain fine run, Seal go third

Mara Sugar maintained their fine run in the National Super League as their 1-0 scalp over struggling Mully Children’s Family (MCF) at Awendo Green Stadium on Sunday elevated them to fourth place on the log.

Joseph Okwenda’s solitary strike in the 77th minute was the difference between the two sides as the hosts, Mara, held out for their first home win of the season despite a late barrage of attacks from MCF.

In his assessment of their display, Mara Sugar tactician Francis Xavier saw their recent success as an indication of their continued growth, despite their indifferent start to this season.

“We managed to scrape out a win, which is very important for any team that wants a successful season."

"We weren't at our best, but I'm glad we overcame the pressure of getting a home victory, and that will help us since the boys will be more relaxed," said the coach.

The team’s struggles at home saw them endure a 1-0 defeat against league leaders Shabana a fortnight ago and a barren stalemate against Migori Youth, much to the frustration of their faithful.

Xavier’s stable has garnered 14 points from their opening eight fixtures and will aim to make it three wins on the bounce when they face third-placed Murang’a Seal at St. Sebastian Park in Murang’a on Friday.

Elsewhere, Murang’a extended their rich vein of form thanks to their 3-1 dismantling of Vihiga United at Bukhungu stadium in Kakamega on Sunday, a feat that saw them leapfrog Migori Youth to third place even though with a game in hand over second-placed Kibera Black Stars and leaders Shabana.

Mombasa Elite settled for a 1-1 draw against Kisumu All Stars to break away from the drop zone, while sophomores Naivas moved up to seventh following their 1-0 win over Migori Youth.

Debutants Darajani Gogo shrugged off their 3-1 loss to Shabana on Wednesday by sharing spoils with struggling Mwatate United thanks to a 0-0 scoreline at the final whistle.

Monday Fixtures

Coastal Heroes v Shabana 3.00pm Mbaraki Sports

SS Assad v Kajiado 1.00 pm Shamu Grounds

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