Mathare United head coach John Kamau has commended his youthful squad for their resilience and character following a hard-fought 2-1 comeback victory over Mara Sugar.Despite conceding in the second minute, the Slum Boys mounted an impressive second-half resurgence to secure all three points on home soil.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More News!!!Mara Sugar had taken an early lead through Brian Ochieng, but their defense faltered under pressure, conceding own goals from teasing deliveries from Musa Masika and Brian Ouru.##NAJAVA_MECA_8814261##Speaking through the club’s official channels after the match, Kamau expressed his delight at his team’s performance, emphasizing the promise shown by his young players.”I am pleased with the lads’ performance against Mara Sugar. We have a relatively young squad, and seeing them put up such a spirited fight gives me confidence in the future,” he remarked.The experienced tactician further praised his players’ mentality, highlighting their determination in overturning an early deficit.Shabana smashes gate collection record in dominant win over Murang’a SEAL”I am proud of the team’s character. Conceding so early and managing to stage a comeback is a clear sign of growth, and I am thrilled with the progress they are making,” he added.Reflecting on the encounter, Kamau expressed satisfaction with his team’s style of play and their dominance throughout the match.”We are making progress. Against Mara Sugar, we dictated the game, which aligns with our playing philosophy. The players are starting to execute our approach effectively, and that shows the hard work we have been putting in is paying off,” he noted.Harambee Starlets set for tough Ivory Coast test ahead of WAFCON qualifierThe crucial victory propelled Mathare United into the top half of the league standings, climbing to 10th place with 30 points.With nine matches remaining in the Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKF-PL) season, the win significantly bolstered Mathare’s survival hopes as they continue their fight to retain their top-flight status in their comeback season.Mara Sugar Fredick Omondi’s own goal against Mathare United#FootballKE pic.twitter.com/IAHz53dkev— Futa Fiti (@FutaFitii) March 28, 2025
