Kayole Starlets missed the chance to move top of the table after a narrow 2–1 away defeat to league leaders Trinity Starlets in a closely contested FKF Women Premier League encounter.
ANOTHER LINDAH GOAL
Following an early stoppage, both sides resumed with high intensity. Trinity Starlets threatened first, but goalkeeper Pauline Kathuruh remained composed to make a routine save.
Kayole struck first in the 30th minute through their in-form striker Lindah Kihara. A perfectly weighted long-range delivery from Magneta Ocharo caught the Trinity backline off guard, allowing Lindah to time her run, beat the offside trap, and calmly slot home. Lindah nearly doubled the advantage moments later, but her effort was bravely blocked by the last defender.
Just before the break, Trinity found a way back. Elizabeth Muteshi delivered a dangerous cross that was met by Mejor, whose finish beat the keeper to level the score at 1–1 heading into halftime.
UNLUCKY SECOND HALF
Trinity emerged strongly after the restart and took the lead six minutes into the second half. A defensive mix-up saw Fidy Kimani, attempting to clear off the line, unfortunately turn the ball into her own net.
Kayole responded positively, pushing for an equaliser. Esther Ngugi came closest, but her effort drifted narrowly wide. Despite sustained pressure and a spirited late push, Trinity’s defence stood firm, and the match ended 2–1 in favor of the hosts.
WHAT’S NEXT
This result marks Kayole Starlets’ third defeat of the season, leaving us in 3rd spot behind Trinity Starlets and Kenya Police Bullets. Attention now turns to a crucial home fixture this coming weekend, where Kayole will look to bounce back against Madira Soccer Assassins.
MATCHWEEK 9 TAKEAWAYS
- Lindah Kihara has now scored in five consecutive matches, becoming the first player in FKF Women Premier League history to achieve this milestone. She takes her season tally to seven goals.
- Magneta Ocharo recorded her third assist of the season, with all three assists resulting in goals scored by Lindah Kihara.