Nairobi City Stars centre-back Salim Hamisi has described their dramatic 3-2 win over Mara Sugar FC as a critical juncture in their fight against relegation, citing both renewed confidence and revived belief as key takeaways from the crucial fixture.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsThe thrilling victory, sealed in a tense encounter, marked City Stars’ sixth of the 2024/2025 FKF Premier League season and their first in over two months.Gor Mahia in line for second cup of the season on Madaraka DayIt lifted Simba wa Nairobi to within four points of safety, rekindling hope of preserving their top-flight status after five consecutive seasons in the premier division.Hamisi, a defensive pillar and former Kakamega Homeboyz player, believes the win could serve as a spark for a strong finish to the season.##NAJAVA_MECA_8925849##”The win against Mara Sugar was very crucial. We really needed it, and I believe it could be our turning point as we aim to stage a late fight to avoid relegation,” he stated.The result not only halted a worrying six-game winless streak but also brought much-needed morale to a side that had been teetering near the bottom of the table.STARS ABROAD: Kenyan defender’s hopes of featuring in English Premier League shutteredWith just four matches left to play, City Stars now face a tough run of fixtures, including clashes against defending champions Gor Mahia, top-four contenders KCB FC, 2008 Premier League champions Mathare United, and fellow relegation battlers Posta Rangers.While the path to safety remains steep, Hamisi maintains optimism as he views the win over Mara Sugar as more than just three points; it was, in his words, a “confidence booster” and a signal of intent from a team refusing to go down without a fight.##NAJAVA_MECA_8925875##”This victory has breathed new life into the team. We had gone too long without a win, and now there’s renewed energy and belief. We’re focused on carrying this momentum into the final stretch,” he added.City Stars next host title-chasing Gor Mahia on Thursday, 15 May, in what promises to be a defining showdown at the Dandora Stadium.
