John Mark Makwata became the first player this season to score four goals in a single match, leading Kariobangi Sharks to a commanding 5-2 triumph over Sofapaka FC in their Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) clash at Dandora Stadium on Saturday.Makwata etched his name into the annals of history as the first player this season to score more than two goals in a game against Sofapaka, a feat not achieved since Erick Kapaito’s brace during his tenure with the Sharks.##NAJAVA_MECA_8094742##Steve Bwire also contributed to the Sharks’ tally, while Jacob Onyango and Darius Msagha found the net for Batoto Ba Mungu.The afternoon kicked off on a positive note for the William Muluya-led Sharks, with Makwata seizing an early lead just one minute into the game, setting the tone for their dominant display.In the 29th minute, the Sharks, consistently threatening Sofapaka’s defence, doubled their advantage through a well-crafted play from the right flank, culminating in Bwire’s goal.Gor Mahia tame stubborn Shabana to edge closer to titleThree minutes later, Makwata grabbed his second goal of the afternoon to give the Sharks a healthy cushion 30 minutes into the game before Onyango reduced the deficit for Zedekiah Otieno’s charges before halftime.After the break, Sofapaka showed improvement, with Msagha capitalizing on a loose ball in midfield to narrow the deficit to 3-2 with a powerful strike.However, Makwata swiftly dashed Sofapaka’s hopes with a quick response, completing his hat-trick in the 63rd minute before sealing his fourth goal in the 84th minute.Makwata’s stellar performance propelled his league tally to 11 goals since joining the side during the mid-season transfer window.The victory not only propelled Sharks to the tenth position on the table but also extended their unbeaten streak to 12 games, with their last loss dating back to February, when they succumbed 2-0 to AFC Leopards.CONFIRMED: Gor Mahia coach set to leave clubMeanwhile, in other fixtures, relegation-threatened Muhoroni Youth battled Ulinzi Stars to a goalless draw at the Ulinzi Sports Complex, as both teams continued to grapple with winless streaks in the league.Muhoroni sits second bottom of the 18-team log with 27 points, a point behind the league safety places.Over at Mombasa Sports Club, under the guidance of former Kenyan international John Baraza, Bandari FC endured their fifth consecutive match without a win, settling for a scoreless draw against Posta Rangers.Despite the stalemate, there was no change in the standings, with the Dockers maintaining their fifth position with 46 points, while the Mailmen remained sixth with 43 points after completing 29 rounds of league action.FKF PREMIER LEAGUE MATCHWEEK 28Saturday FixturesKCB 0-3 Kariobangi Sharks (0-3)/J. Makwata 10,39, J. Masaba 39/Sofapaka 0-1 Shabana (0-0)/B. Michira 55)Murang’a Seal 1-3 Gor Mahia (1-1)/J. Kiplagat 34- A. Odhiambo 14, B. Omalla 76, 90/Muhoroni Youth 1-3 Bidco United (0-1)
