Sharks hold Bandari in Mombasa

Bandari FC were held to a goalless draw by a resilient Kariobangi Sharks side today at Mbaraki Sports Club in Mombasa.

The visitors started the match brightly, with Ally Salum and David Majak each finding themselves in promising positions early on, but both failed to convert their chances as their efforts missed the target.

Bandari FC grew into the game late in the first half, creating several opportunities but struggling to register a shot on target.

The first half ended scoreless, with both sides unable to break the deadlock.

In the second half, Kariobangi Sharks intensified their attacking play, forcing Bandari to rely on long balls. Substitute Alvin Ngoto produced Bandari’s first shot on target with an acrobatic overhead kick after connecting with an Amza Ndayou cross.

With five minutes remaining, Bandari missed a golden opportunity to secure all three points when Clifford Otieno failed to connect with a header from William Wadri’s cross.

Moments later, Sharks were awarded a free kick just outside the penalty area after David Majak was fouled, but Ally Salum’s effort sailed over the bar.

Speaking after the match, Bandari FC assistant coach Razak Siwa blamed his team’s approach for the dropped points.

“Our players played well, but I think they approached the match based on Sharks’ position in the league and our current form, and that mindset didn’t work,” he said.

Kariobangi Sharks head coach William Muluya, on the other hand, welcomed the away point.

“Bandari had the upper hand coming into this match after beating Kakamega Homeboyz at home and Tusker away. Securing a point at the start of the second leg is a positive result for us,” he remarked.