KCB custodian, Faruk Shikalo, says experience worked in the favour of the team during their Mozzart Bet Cup semi-final clash against Kariobangi Sharks.The bankers qualified for the final after overcoming the William Muluya-coached side 4-2 on post-match penalties.The match had to be decided by a penalty shootout after the two teams were tied 1-1 after extra time.The seasoned shot-stopper, was the star of the day, saving two penalty kicks by Geoffrey Onyango and Stanley Wilson.##NAJAVA_MECA_8123919##On the other hand, Derrick Otanga, Henry Onyango, Danson Namasaka, and Brian Ochieng all converted from the spot to secure the final slot for KCB.Shikalo expressed his thoughts after the contest, saying that their expertise benefited them in the early kick-off contest. Mozzart Bet Cup: Shikalo’s penalty heroics send KCB to final as Sharks crash out”I believe today’s victory was due to our experience, despite the Sharks’ excellent effort. “I’m certain it worked to our advantage, especially in the shootout,” he said.The former Posta Rangers custodian will be looking to win the domestic cup for the second time in a row after leading Kakamega Homeboyz to their first major top-flight victory in last year’s finals.Homeboyz defeated Tusker FC 1-0 in the July 1, 2023, decider at Kasarani Stadium. “It will be an honour to win the cup for the second year in a row with a different team. Last year, I had the honour of winning the maiden edition of the event alongside Kakamega Homeboyz. Every player’s dream is to be declared champion at the conclusion of the season, and that is our objective as we prepare for the finals,” he added.Mozzart Bet Cup: KCB midfielder Namasaka thrilled as team secures Mozzart Cup final spotThe Bernard Mwalala-led side will face Kenya Police in the final slated for June 6Police beat AFC Leopards 1-0 in the semi with Tito Okello scoring the all-important goal.
