Ochieng frustrated with Ulinzi Starlets' Cup exit

Ulinzi Starlets head coach Collins Ochieng has regretted bowing out of the FKF Women’s Cup at the last eight stage, saying it has demoralised his charges, who he says were eager to go all the way.

The soldiers were beaten 4-3 on penalties after goalless draw by Kibera Soccer Ladies at the Dandora Stadium on Sunday, meaning they relinquish the title they have won four times in a row.

Kibera who fell 2-1 against Ulinzi in the FKF Cup last season will now meet Premier League champions Kenya Police Bullets.

Bullets on the other hand stormed to the last four after defeating Zetech Sparks 3-0 at the same stadium.

Police will be eying their second title this season after securing the FKF Women’s Premier League title a week ago.

In an interview with Citizen Digital, Ochieng says they have accepted the loss and will work hard to secure the title next season.

“We were bundled out via penalties and not in normal time. Any team can win on Penalties but we accept the result and move on. We were aiming to win the title for the fourth time in row but it’s so unfortunate that we were eliminated.

“Kibera is always a good team they deserved to win. We wish them all the best,” Ochieng said.

Elsewhere at the ASK Showground in Nakuru, Bungoma Queens beat Trinity Queens 3-0, thus setting up a semi-final with Vihiga Queens who, in their part, defeated Eldoret Falcons 4-1 on penalties after a goalless draw.

“I’m very happy for my side, they really fought hard and now we are preparing to face Vihiga. We understand they are also hunting for the cup after missing out on the league but we will maintain the focus and work hard.

“There are some of mistakes which emerged in the last match but I will work on them ahead of our next match.”