AFC Leopards edged out Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) FC 1-0 in a tightly contested friendly match staged at the Nyayo National Stadium on Saturday afternoonWith the league kick-off a few weeks away, both teams fielded what was arguably their strongest sides as they seek to ensure that they are ready for the commencement of the 2022/23 season.##NAJAVA_MECA_6787020##The first half was largely an even affair with both teams creating a few clear-cut chances and it was no surprise that the first stanza ended in a barren stalemate.Five minutes into the second half, Brian Wanyama gave Leopards the lead with a finish from close range. The midfielder was well-positioned to tap in from close range after KCB keeper Gabriel Andika punched a Victor Omune free kick into his path.Both teams were reduced to ten men in the 67th minute. A scuffle between Brian ‘Rio’ Ochieng and Musa Oundo resulted in both players seeing red. Both clubs were however allowed to replace the par. Leopards introduced Giovanni Lukhumwa while Danson Chetambe came in for the Bankers. Scorer Wanyama was forced to go off in the 75th minute after packing an injury that the club will be hoping is not a serious one.##EDITORS_CHOICE##KCB new signing Kennedy Owino had a precious chance to draw KCB level in the 78th minute but was denied what would have been a stunner by keeper Levis Opiyo who pulled a stunning save to preserve his team’s lead. Nicholas Kipkirui missed a sitter three minutes from time, with only Opiyo to beat, the striker somehow failed to hit the target from a few yards out.The Bankers’ late pressure did not yield a goal as Ingwe preserved their lead to pick a win in the warm-up match. Former AFC Leopards captain Martin Imbalambala adjusting to life after losing sightOn Friday, Sports CS Ababu Namwamba lifted FKF’s suspension and the federation, who had been on the cold for a year promised to give a roadmap that will guide the return of football in the country. The leagues are tentatively expected to start before the end of November.Apprehensive wait for APS, Fortune Sacco with FKF set to determine promotion fate
