Nairobi United head coach Nicholas Muyoti has lifted the lid on the tactical approach that guided his side to a stunning 2-1 victory over Gor Mahia in the Mozzart Bet Cup final held on Sunday at the Ulinzi Sports Complex.United, who competed in the National Super League (NSL) in the concluded season, shocked the record FKF Premier League champions in a tightly contested encounter. Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsFrank Ouya opened the scoring with a spectacular acrobatic finish before Ben Stanley Omondi equalised for Gor with a brilliant strike. However, Enock Machaka restored United’s lead with a long-range screamer, a goal that ultimately sealed the historic win. Gor Mahia had a late chance to draw level, but Alpha Onyango missed from the penalty spot.##NAJAVA_MECA_8996625##Despite their second-tier status, Nairobi United displayed immense composure and tactical discipline, pressing high and limiting Gor Mahia’s threat in front of goal. Muyoti said the key to the victory lay in dominating midfield and cutting off supply to Gor Mahia’s star striker Benson Omala.“We had to make sure Gor did not dictate play in midfield. We focused on disrupting their rhythm and cutting off Omala’s ball supply. He barely had any service, and that was exactly our plan,” Muyoti explained.Tusker’s season in retrospect: Breakout striker, flickering hopes and self-inflicted woundsHe noted that scoring early gave them a psychological edge, although his players eased off after taking the lead.“Getting an early goal was a big advantage, but after that, my boys slowed down a bit. At halftime, we urged them to go out and express themselves, and they did just that. We also had to defend well because Gor Mahia are always dangerous in attack,” he added.Muyoti also reflected on the mental transformation he has instilled in the team since his appointment in January.Gor Mahia intensify pursuit for Harambee Stars goalkeeper“When I joined, I emphasized the importance of belief and a winning mentality. In the second leg of the NSL season, we only lost twice. Those were learning moments. After every match, we would review our performance and correct our mistakes.”NSL champions Nairobi United unleash giant-slaying prowess on Gor Mahia to clinch Mozzart Bet CupHe pointed out that their heavy 3-0 loss to Naivas FC in their final league match was a wake-up call.“That defeat was down to mentality. We knew we had to fix that coming into this final. The boys responded brilliantly they were focused, confident, and ready,” said the former Kenya international.
