Kakamega Homeboyz head coach Francis Baraza has heaped praise on John Omondi and Moses Shumah following their impressive link-up in the club’s 2-1 victory over AFC Leopards in the Ingo Derby.The dynamic duo combined brilliantly to spearhead Homeboyz’s comeback after conceding early in the match.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more news##NAJAVA_MECA_8841610##Omondi delivered a sublime cross into the box, met with precision by Shumah, who soared above defenders to nod home a powerful equalizer—an effort that turned the tide in favor of the visitors.Speaking after the win, Baraza lauded the understanding between the two attackers, describing their partnership as “telepathic” and a product of dedication and hard work during training sessions.“I’m impressed with the chemistry between Shumah and Omondi. Their coordination in the final third is something we’ve worked on consistently in training, and it’s now bearing fruit in our recent matches,” said the tactician. “Their understanding is a clear sign that we’re progressing well as a team in terms of attacking play,” he said.Kakamega Homeboyz clear path for Matasi returnThe Ingo Derby goal marked the second successive match in which the pair combined to influence the score line.In their previous fixture against KCB, Shumah latched onto another assist from Omondi to score the equalizer, salvaging a 2-2 draw for Homeboyz.Reflecting on the team’s recent form, Baraza also touched on the impact of their humbling 4-1 defeat to Shabana, a result that ended their 13-match unbeaten run.☺️ | Waking up to three crucial points .Enjoy the rest of your weekend AbanaBeingo family👊#AbanaBeingo pic.twitter.com/7n15IG4SsE— Kakamega Homeboyz FC (@FcHomeboyz) April 6, 2025 The former Kagera Sugar boss revealed that he used the loss as a turning point to galvanize his squad.“I had an honest conversation with the players after the Shabana match. I told them it was a necessary wake-up call—that sometimes a loss is a reminder of our vulnerabilities. It was important they realized we’re not invincible,” Baraza explained. “I’m proud of how they responded. After three matches since that loss, this win shows the character and resilience we have as a team,” he added.
