Sofapaka coach Ezekiel Akwana is more than satisfied with the promotion/relegation playoffs first leg result that saw his side win it late courtesy of a solitary goal by substitute Jacob Onyango.Akwana said that his side came to the game looking for a draw but ended up winning and he could not be a happier man in the end. His strategy worked and now the load remaining is not as heavy as he expected EXCLUSIVE: Kakamega Homeboyz write to FKF accusing Gor Mahia of player tappingSpeaking to Mozzart Sport after the match, Akwana said that he will now go into the second leg in search of a draw instead of a win having reversed his approach to the two-legged tie following the victory. “It was a good match for us. Everything went according to plan and in fact, got even better. Being the away team in the first leg, we came for a draw in this match so that we could then fight for a win at home in the second leg at home. This now means that in the second leg, we will just be looking for a draw and we will be good to go.” he said##NAJAVA_MECA_8200493##“We will however keep our focus and train hard for the second leg because the job is not yet over. We still have ninety more minutes to play and retain our league status.” added AkwanaSecond half substitute Jacob Onyango who came on for the injured Darius Msagha proved to be the difference between the two sides when the game was seemingly headed for a draw. The millions Gor Mahia stand to pocket from winning 2024 CECAFA Kagame CupHe stepped up in the 89th minute to strike the ball into the back of the net to give his side a first leg advantage. His coach had kind words for him but as is his nature, was not fully satisfied.“Jacob played well and bad at the same time. There are things I expected of him that he did not do. However, I am happy that he scored and helped the team in the end. We missed chances in the first half when he was not there and I am glad he scored in a crucial moment of the game.”The second leg will be played at Dandora Stadium on Sunday, 14th July.
