NSL Wrap: Cash-strapped Luanda Villa stun FC Talanta as Naivas go top
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Leading up to the game, Villa endured a turbulent week, appealing publicly for assistance to cover travel costs
Luanda Villa defied financial hurdles and a challenging week of preparation to secure a hard-fought 1-0 victory over FC Talanta in a National Super League (NSL) clash at Ruaraka Grounds.
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The match got off to a dream start for Villa, with Wycliffe Jaoko scoring in the first minute, turning in a precise Paul Munala cross.
The early strike instantly settled nerves and gave the Vihiga-based side the momentum they needed.
Leading up to the game, Villa endured a turbulent week, appealing publicly for assistance to cover travel costs.
It was only on Friday night that the club administrators managed to secure transport.
After nearly seven hours of bus travel, the team arrived in Nairobi with limited rest, fully aware that only a maximum-point performance could lift their season and convince supporters of their resilience.
Once on the pitch, Villa started brightly but wisely adopted a disciplined defensive approach after taking the lead.
Despite repeated attempts, the Jackson Gatheru-coached Talanta side failed to break down Villa’s wall, as the visitors held firm to claim only their second win of the season.
The victory lifts Leonard Saleh’s team to 12th place on the log with seven points, while Talanta remain sixth with nine points.
Naivas 2-1 Soy United
Meanwhile, at the Kenya Institute of Highway Building and Technology (KIHBT), Naivas FC bounced back from two disappointing results with a 2-1 win over Soy United, reclaiming top spot on the table.
Eugene Omondi opened the scoring for Naivas in the 43rd minute, only for Alfred Ratolo to level for Soy United in the 63rd minute.
Emmanuel Lunalo then struck in the 70th minute to secure the victory and all three points for coach Elvis Ayani’s side. Naivas now lead the NSL standings with 14 points, ahead of the Sunday fixtures.
MCF 1-0 MOFA
In Ndalani, Kelvin Wabwire netted Mully Children's Family’s first home goal of the season, helping his side edge out Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA) 1-0 at the Mully Sports Complex.
The goal provided a vital morale boost for the hosts, who celebrated their second consecutive win and a return to form.
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