Kariobangi Sharks and Posta Rangers played to a barren draw in a dull Football Kenya Federation Premier League match played at the Kasarani Annex on Thursday afternoon.It was a match marred with injuries for Posta as they lost Cavin Odongo early in the first half and Maurice Sunga towards the end of the first period, the latter needing to be taken to hospital.##NAJAVA_MECA_7226375##Following their exit in the Mozzart Bet Cup, Sharks lined up with their usual back three as opposed to a back four.Posta were dealt an early blow after just 10 minutes when Cavin Odongo had to go off after picking an injury with Eliud Lokuwam coming on to take his place.None of the two teams had clear cut chances in the first half, both of them proving to be a little bit cautious.Nevertheless, Posta’s custodian was lucky to be on the pitch the entire length of the match after a reckless tackle on Shariff Musa outside the box when he attempted to play sweeper.⏹ Full Time Spoils shared #WeAreSharks pic.twitter.com/zZ0oAvEU7Q— Kariobangi Sharks FC (@k_sharksfc) May 4, 2023 A lengthy stoppage ensued towards the end of the first half after a nasty clash saw Maurice Sunga come off the worse and needing immediate medical attention. The defender was rushed to hospital after being stabilized on the pitch, with the referee blowing the half time whistle after he was off.At the start of the second half, John Kamau brought in Dinken Mwema in place of the injured Sunga as William Muluya rested Leonlevitt Otieno and introduced Matthew Kibiwott.Brian Otieno almost gave Posta the lead moment after restart but his effort went wide.At the stroke of the hour mark, Kamau made a double switch as Vincent Wasambo and Patrick Otieno came on for Jackson Dwang and Caleb Olilo.Posta Rangers Maurice Sunga rushed to the hospital after picking a head injury. pic.twitter.com/wZpnMkySJg— Meshack Kisenge (@kisengemeshack1) May 4, 2023 Posta were on the front foot in the game, with Brian Otieno, Elvis Osok, and substitute Patrick Otieno all having a go at goal.Patrick Otieno had the best chance of the two after beating Sharks backline but he was caught up in the box just before he could pull the trigger.With 15 minutes left to play, Muluya introduced Paul Odhiambo and rested Tyson Otieno who had failed to influence play as much as he does, the sole purpose being to hunt for the winner.Kenyans miss out on podium places as continental tennis club tourney concludes in NairobiFor the final five minutes, Posta brought in Brian Marita in place of Brian Otieno while Sharks rested Shariff Musa and introduced Patrick Ngunyi.Kevin Luke Otiala led from the back, producing a matching saving tackle as his last ditch effort denied Eliud Lokuwam who was clear on goal.STARTING XI.Kariobangi Sharks : Kevin Ouru,Kevin Luke Otiala,Collins Obanda,Kevin Musamali,Steve Omollo, Geoffrey Onyango, Keith Imbali, Fortune Omoto, Tyson Otieno, Shariff Musa, Leonlevitt Otieno (Matthew Kibiwott) 45’Subs: Septianos Wekesa, Fredrick Alushula,Izzak Otieno, Biron Otieno, Kevin Wangaya, Paul Okoth, Patrick Ngunyi, Humphrey OmondiPosta Rangers : Brandon Obiero, Elvis Osok, Titus Achesa, Maurice Sunga (Dinken Mwema) 45′, Michael Apudo, Brian Otieno, Geoffrey Ojunga, Cavin Odongo (Eliud Lokuwam) 10′, Kennedy Odhiambo, Jackson Dwang (Vincent Wasambo) 60′, Caleb Olilo (Patrick Otieno) 60’Unused subs: Kevin Opiyo, Kennedy Ochieng, Faustine Ojiambo.
