KCB FC fought back to earn a crucial point after a hard-fought 1–1 draw against Kakamega Homeboyz in a tense Sportpesa League encounter at Bukhungu Stadium.
Homeboyz started the match on the front foot, taking the lead early through GedeonBendeka, who capitalized on a well-weighted cross from the right flank and calmly slotted home to put the hosts ahead. The bankers struggled to settle in the opening minutes, with Disemba Kisaka sending an early effort wide and Humphrey Mieno clearing a dangerous ball that looked destined to make it 2–0 for Homeboyz.
Kisaka later produced a brilliant solo run from his own half but saw his shot blocked by a recovering defender. Moments later, Francis Kahiro came close to levelling the score after pouncing on a defensive mistake, only for his attempt to be diverted for a corner. Homeboyz also squandered a glorious chance to double their advantage, keeping KCB in the match as the teams went into the break with the hosts leading 1–0.
In the second half, KCB pushed forward with more urgency. Kisaka continued to threaten but dragged yet another shot wide before the moment that changed the match arrived. Boniface Omondi struck the equalizer for the bankers, finishing clinically to bring the score to 1–1 and ignite renewed energy in the visitors.
KCB thought they had completed the comeback in the dying minutes with what would have been the winning goal, but the effort was ruled out for offside.
Speaking after the match, KCB FC head coach Robert Matano praised his players’ resilience but emphasized the need for sharper finishing.
“We started slowly and allowed an early goal, which put us under pressure. But I’m proud of how the boys responded, especially in the second half. We created enough chances to win this game, and that’s an area we must improve on. The fight was good, the spirit was good, and we take this point as we keep pushing,” said Matano.
The result sees KCB walk away with a hard-earned point as they shift focus to their next fixture against Sofapaka on December 7, 2025.
Meanwhile, Shabana FC extended their unbeaten SportPesa League streak to four matches thanks to a 1-0 victory over Kenya Police FC at the Police Sacco Grounds on Sunday afternoon.
Gilbert Abala’s first-half strike sealed all three points for the “Glamour Boys,” who rise to fourth on the SportPesa League table. Shabana have now gotten their third away win of the season.
Meanwhile, the defeat halts the “Law Enforcers’” winning run of three matches, as the Dusan Stojanovic side missed a glorious chance to go top of the table.
They now remain third on the log, eclipsed by Gor Mahia and Kakamega Homeboyz, who occupy first and second position on the table, respectively.
The victory builds great momentum for the Gusii-based club, who welcome Bidco United in their backyard in their next league fixture.
In other matches on Sunday afternoon, Bandari FC played to a 1-1 draw with Ulinzi Stars at the Ulinzi Sports Complex.
Masita Masuta’s early goal was cancelled out by Darius Msagha’s who opened his goal count for the season for the all-important leveler.
Masita found himself on the back of the net for the second consecutive match after a wonderful run by Brian Birgen.
The “Dockers” have now drawn six matches; Ulinzi’s search for their first win at home continues.
At the Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega, Kakamega Homeboyz also failed to capitalize on the chance to go top of the table with a 1-1 draw against KCB.
Gideon Bendeka opened his goal tally for the season, giving Homeboyz the lead, but the goal was rebutted by Boniface Omondi’s second-half strike.
At the SportPesa Arena in Murang’a, the hosts, Murang’a SEAL, drew their fourth consecutive match with a barren stalemate while facing Kariobangi Sharks.
The draw leaves Sharks at the bottom of the log after ten matches.
Bidco United will complete Gameweek Eleven matches on Monday when they play host to Posta Rangers at the Kasarani Annex.
