NSL Warp: Nairobi United falter in title race as Migori Youth’s struggles persist

Free-falling Migori Youth continued to plummet in the National Super League (NSL) after suffering a heavy 4-1 defeat to Mombasa United at the Serani Sports Complex in Mombasa on Saturday.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsNot even a change in the dugout has sparked a revival, as the club’s struggles dragged on under new coach Sammy Otulo.The defeat added to a worrying run of inconsistency that has seen the team register just two wins in their last 15 league matches.##NAJAVA_MECA_8867603##A brace from James Watee, alongside goals from Bakari Haji and Paul Osama—his second consecutive goal in the NSL—were enough to hand Migori a painful lesson.Otulo, who took over from Michael Otieno two weeks ago following a loss to Vihiga United, continues to search for answers.Migori are now without a win in five games, having only managed draws against Darajani Gogo and Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA), while also falling 2-0 to both Vihiga United and Kisumu All Stars before the 4-1 thumping in Mombasa.The defeat leaves them in 16th place on the 20-team table with 27 points—just seven above the relegation zone—while Mombasa United catapulted to 13th with 33 points.Gor Mahia’s title hopes dented by Sofapaka’s last gasp goalDarajani Gogo 1-2 Kisumu All StarsKisumu All Stars’ recent surge in the league remained intact as they defied off-field issues to beat Darajani Gogo 2-1 at the Vapour Grounds, Hope Centre in Kawangware.Veron Ombima scored a consolation for the hosts, while Mark Odhiambo and Laban Otieno found the back of the net for All Stars, who have now lost only two matches since the start of 2025.Before the game, All Stars had seemed unlikely to honour the fixture as they struggled to raise enough funds, forcing them to leave Kisumu for Machakos at 10 p.m. with a limited squad.##NAJAVA_MECA_8867583##Under the guidance of Charles Bruno, Otenga have defied the odds and picked up maximum points that move them to fourth on the log with 40 points, just one behind third-placed Kibera Black Stars.Nairobi United 0-0 MCFAt Dandora Stadium, Nairobi United missed a chance to open up a seven-point buffer at the summit of the log after playing out to a barren draw against a determined Mully Children’s Family (MCF).The Naibois may now see their lead reduced to a single point if APS Bomet win their Sunday encounter.Other resultsKenya Police head coach speaks on title chances after loss to UlinziAt Ukunda Sports Grounds, MOFA came from behind to pick a 2-2 draw against hosts SS Assad, while at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos, MarkVivian Wesa scored late in the second half to hand Naivas a 1-0 win over Vihiga United.

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