Ulinzi Stars might have lost 1-0 to Tusker, in a Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) match staged at Dandora Stadium on Saturday, but the first-half show by the Soldiers coupled with Javan Omondi’s brilliance won the hearts of the fans.The four-time champions were a joy to watch in the first half as the team looked comfortable when building from behind, in and out of possession.Additionally, Dunstan Nyaudo’s charges caused Tusker all sorts of problems but lacked the cutting edge in the final third which worked against their bid for maximum points.##NAJAVA_MECA_8657333##The only time Ulinzi got the ball into the net was in the 20th minute through Enosh Ochieng but it was chalked off for offside.The spirited fight Ulinzi put in the early minutes of the game and when Omondi was thrown in earned applause from the fans scattered in the stands.Omondi, whose sole strike secured maximum points for his side last weekend against Kariobangi Sharks, toyed around with his markers and nearly grabbed the equalizer in the dying minutes of the game.Former Gor Mahia coach tips Unai Emery to guide Aston Villa to EPL gloryEvery time the winger was in possession, the fans were up to cheer him and to catch a glimpse of his dribbling skills and ability to get out of tight spaces with ease.Before the contest got underway, both teams and everyone at the facility observed a minute of silence in honour of the fallen Mathare Youth Sports Association (MYSA) founder, the late Bob Munro.The good show Ulinzi put in, unfortunately, counted for nothing as Tusker took home all three points.Harambee Stars striker linked with shock move to Indian clubChrispin Erambo rose the highest to connect a corner by Dennis Wanjala in the 55th minute to guarantee his side three points.Erick Balecho would have made it two in the 73rd minute after he was put through by Wanjala but his hard-drilled shot was saved by Ulinzi custodian, Ricks Omondi.Following the win, Tusker are back to the summit with 36 points. The Brewers will hope that Mara Sugar will do them a favour by frustrating the second-placed Kenya Police on Monday at the Awendo Green Stadium.
