Mathare United’s quest for a quick return to the Football Kenya Federation Premier League gained momentum on Friday with a 2-1 victory over Vihiga Bullets at Dandora Stadium.On-loan Gor Mahia forward John Nyawir gave the Andrea Ongwae-coached Bullets the lead in the 11th minute.However, Paul Were leveled the score in the 37th minute from the penalty spot, and Meshack Ochieno sealed the win with a goal in the 61st minute.##NAJAVA_MECA_8136124##The match experienced a one-hour delay due to Nairobi County askaris using the venue to prepare for the upcoming Madaraka Day celebration set for Dandora on Saturday.After a slow start, the Slum Boys were the first to threaten with Ochieno’s fierce drive inside the area, which was narrowly tipped outside by Bullets’ goalkeeper Brian Odhiambo.Despite this early pressure, Nyawir capitalized on a chance three minutes later, beating Mathare’s Steve Njunge to give Vihiga the lead.Both sides struggled to find the net until Were converted a penalty in the 37th minute after Boaz Maeri was brought down in the box.2026 WCQ: Engin Firat hints at unexpected choices for Harambee Stars final squadBig honor: Tobias Knost delights in maiden Harambee Stars call-up, determined to make good impressionThe teams headed into the break tied at 1-1, with Mathare enjoying the lion’s share of possession.In the second half, Mathare came back more determined. Substitutions Timothy Otieno and Elias Kibet made an immediate impact, with Kibet setting up Ochieno for Mathare’s second goal in the 65th minute.Bullets continued to push for an equalizer and thought they had secured a point in the 90th minute, but Anthony Baraza’s strike was flagged for offside.Mathare held on to their lead, moving a point closer to leader Mara Sugar, who plays on Sunday.
