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Tore Bobe have boosted their survival chances with a key win over AFC Leopards, with two matches remaining until the end of the season.
Although their fate is not entirely in their own hands, Shabana FC managed to keep their survival hopes alive with a crucial 4-3 victory over AFC Leopards at the Raila Odinga Stadium in Homabay.
The last time Shabana got the better of AFC Leopards was back in 2006 in a 1-0 victory recorded in June in a season that the Kisii-based side, unfortunately, suffered relegation before spending 18 years in the lower leagues.
The win not only provided a much-needed morale boost but also propelled Shabana to the 15th spot in the FKF Premier League standings, placing them four points clear of the relegation zone with just two matches left in the season, albeit Sofapaka having a game in hand.
On the other side, the defeat was a significant setback for AFC Leopards, who dropped to the seventh spot in the league. This loss not only lowers their chances of securing a top-four finish but also adds pressure as the season nears its conclusion.
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Shabana took an early lead in the 18th minute when Samuel Maiko's precise set piece found Prince Ayieko, who expertly slotted the ball into the net.
However, Leopards quickly responded with Rwandese striker Gitego Arthur equalizing in the 24th minute.
Gitego received a perfectly timed pass from Victor Omune and skillfully maneuvered between two Shabana defenders before firing a shot past goalkeeper Fredrick Odhiambo.
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Moments later, Omune turned scorer putting Ingwe ahead with a brilliant solo effort. He masterfully controlled a pass from Vincent Mahiga inside the 18-yard box, turned swiftly, and unleashed a strike that found the back of the net.
As halftime approached, Shabana managed to draw level once more when Alvin Ochieng broke through to score, ensuring the teams were tied at the break.
Leopards were looking to assert their dominance early in the second half, pressing to take the lead over their hosts, Shabana.
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A promising attack materialized when Gitego linked up brilliantly with Musa Oundo forcing Shabana's goalkeeper Odhiambo into a crucial save to deny Leopards the advantage.
Despite the pressure from Leopards, Shabana held their ground and continued to push forward.
Their resilience paid off in the 55th minute when Samual Maiko found the back of the net, extending Shabana’s lead to 3-2 with a well-timed strike that left the Leopards' defense scrambling.
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Refusing to back down, Leopards responded swiftly and a cleverly taken throw-in by Lewis Bandi reached Musa Oundo whose pinpoint cross towards goal was mishandled by the Shabana goalkeeper.
The error proved costly as the ball slipped past him, bringing the score level at 3-3.
Bryan Michira then set up a thrilling finale when he scored in the 85th, stabbing home a low, left-footed shot through a crowd of players after Leopards had failed to deal with a cross from the right.
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However, there was no fourth goal for Ingwe, with the hosts able to hold out and secure a victory that kept their survival hopes alive.
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