Marvin Nabwire scored a stoppage-time winner as Kenya Police FC beat Posta Rangers 3-2 in an entertaining rescheduled FKF Premier League match at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos.Upon the release of the team news, Police made a bold decision to drop Patrick Matasi from the squad after his error in the previous game against Kakamega Homeboyz.TACTICAL ANALYSIS: What makes Ryan Ogam a ruthless forward giving defenders nightmaresJob Ochieng, his understudy, was given the starting role, while veteran Rueben Juma took his spot on the bench.Posta Rangers made a dream start, taking the lead through midfielder Shami Kibwana, who fired past a helpless Ochieng after finding space from a prime position.##NAJAVA_MECA_8632971##However, the advantage lasted only five minutes before Brian Okoth headed home the equalizer, setting up what was expected to be a goal-filled encounter.After levelling the score, Police took charge of the game, forcing Posta goalkeeper Kelvin Opiyo and his defenders into several crucial saves and blocks. Despite the pressure, Posta remained a threat on the counterattack.Gor Mahia’s invincible winning coach expresses interest in Harambee Stars jobOpiyo continued his strong performance, denying Clinton Kinanga, David Okoth, and Marvin Nabwire from promising positions. The first half ended in a 1-1 draw.At the restart, Police made tactical changes, bringing on Alfred Leku, David Simiyu, and Daniel Sakari for Kinanga, David Ochieng, and Baraka Badi in an effort to add more energy to the team.##NAJAVA_MECA_8624859##The early stages of the second half were less exciting, with few opportunities for either side and no clear-cut chances.In the 65th minute, substitute Leku put Police ahead with his first goal of the season. However, the lead lasted only two minutes before Oliver Maloba, another substitute, scored his second goal in as many games to level the match at 2-2.AFC Leopards forward opts to stay after failing to force move out of IngweA flurry of chances followed for both teams after the equaliser with either side looking for the winner and in the end, it was Police who got the points in stoppage time courtesy of in-form Marvin Nabwire.The result sees Police move up to second with 27 points, same as leaders KCB FC. Posta Rangers remain at basement 14 points.
