Ulinzi Stars and Sofapaka played out an exhilarating 2-2 draw at the Police Sacco Stadium in Nairobi on Thursday, 13th April 2023. The match was packed with goals, drama, and breathtaking moments that kept the few fans that showed up on the edge of their seats from start to finish.The match kicked off with both teams showing attacking intent, but it was Ulinzi Stars who struck first blood. In the 10th minute, Timothy Odhiambo found the back of the net with a well-taken shot, giving his team an early lead. Ulinzi Stars continued to press forward, creating several scoring opportunities, but Sofapaka’s defense held firm to prevent any further damage.##NAJAVA_MECA_7172028##However, Sofapaka found their rhythm and started to gain control of the game. In the 32nd minute, Evans Maliachi equalized for his team with a brilliantly taken goal. The goal injected a new lease of life into Sofapaka, who continued to pile on the pressure in search of more goals.Second half The second half saw both teams displaying relentless attacking play, with end-to-end action keeping the sizeable crowd thoroughly entertained. In the 61st minute, Sebastine Ikekhai put Sofapaka ahead for the first time in the match with a powerful shot. Sofapaka was in the ascendency and looked to be heading for victory.Okumu readies up for crunch Europa tie against West HamHowever, Ulinzi Stars were not willing to go down without a fight. They kept pushing forward, searching for an equalizer, and their efforts paid off in the 82nd minute when Enos Ochieng scored a crucial goal to level the scores at 2-2. The match ended with both teams sharing the spoils, much to the disappointment of Sofapaka who were unable to hold onto their lead.The match was a thrilling contest that showcased the talent and determination of both teams. Ulinzi Stars will be pleased with their fighting spirit to come back from behind twice and salvage a draw, while Sofapaka will rue their missed chances to secure all three points. The Police Sacco Stadium witnessed an enthralling spectacle no doubt.
