- Kenya Police FC vs AFC Leopards shared the spoils on Saturday, December 13, after playing out a 0–0 draw.
- The match was staged at Kasarani Stadium in Round 13 of the SportPesa League.
- Goalkeepers Humphrey Katasi of AFC Leopards and Job Ochieng of Kenya Police FC delivered outstanding performances to help both sides secure a valuable point.
Custodians Humphrey Katasi of AFC Leopards and Job Ochieng of Kenya Police FC produced outstanding performances on Saturday evening, making crucial saves as both sides settled for a point in a thrilling, high-pressure encounter staged at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.
Ingwe, who dominated the proceedings in the first half, were denied on two early opportunities, while Katasi stood firm between the posts after the break, making two vital stops from Brian Musa and Eric Zakayo.
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Meanwhile, David Cheche made a goal-line clearance to deny Ingwe a dramatic last-gasp winner from Kelly Madada, as the two sides ultimately settled for a share of the spoils.
The result saw Police catapult into first place with 21 points, three above Ingwe, who sit sixth with 18.
Kenya Police FC vs AFC Leopards match report
In a vibrant and rainy Kasarani stadium, the first clear attempt came in the eighth minute.
AFC Leopards launched a promising attack from the right wing, delivering a cross into the box.
Ochieng punched the ball clear, but it fell to Tyson Otieno near the edge of the area, only for him to fire his shot over the bar.
Ingwe created another chance two minutes later when Julius Masaba unleashed a powerful drive from outside the final third.
Ochieng parried the effort, and Victor Omune was unable to compose himself for the finish from inside the box as the match gathered momentum.
The visitors continued to press and fashioned a superb opportunity in the 13th minute.
Masaba intercepted the ball from David Ochieng and switched play to Omune, who dribbled into the area and fired at goal.
Ochieng again made the save, with the rebound falling to Tyson, whose follow-up was also punched away by Job.
The loose ball fell to James Kinyanjui, winning a corner that ultimately came to nothing.
Police had to wait until the 20th minute for their first clear chance, capitalizing on a tactical defensive lapse from Randi Bakari.
He lost possession to Tansele Musengo, who delivered a cross to Exauce Misuri, but the subsequent effort only resulted in an unproductive corner.
The remainder of the first half became a cagey affair, with both sides compact in midfield and possession frequently turning over. The teams entered halftime locked in a goalless stalemate.
Police coach Dusan Stajonovic made the first move, initiating a double substitution before the second-half kickoff.
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He replaced Tansele Musengo and Exauce Misuri with Tobias Otieno and Eric Zakayo respectively to inject fresh legs into the midfield.
The changes did not yield an immediate payoff, as the match continued with intense pressure and numerous fouls. Police made their third alteration, substituting David Simiyu for Clinton Kinanga.
Fred Ambani also made his first double change, introducing Kelly Madanda for Tyson Otieno and bringing on Brian Wantama for Boniface Munyendo.
In the 70th minute, Humphrey Katasi was tested by a long-range strike from Brian Musa, which he tipped over for a corner following a mistake in the Ingwe defense.
Just in the dying minutes, Katasi made another crucial save to deny substitute Zakayo’s far-post strike, resulting in a corner that came to nothing. The closing stages remained intensely pressurized.
Ingwe had a golden opportunity in the final minute to snatch a dramatic victory from a free-kick, but David Cheche emerged as the man of the moment for the Law Enforcers, clearing off the goal line.
The visitors secured a point at home to go top of the table with 21 points, while Ingwe’s draw moved them to within three points of the summit, settling in sixth place with 18 points.
Kenya Police FC vs AFC Leopards – SportPesa League Round 13 Line-ups
- Kenya Police: Job Ochieng, Daniel Sakari, Geoffrey Onyango, Aboud Omar, David Ochieng, Edward Omondi, Tansele Musengo, Brian Musa, Exauce Misuri, Marvin Nabwire.
- AFC Leopards: Humphrey Katasi, Musa Oundo, Brian Nyongesa, Randi Bakari, Kayci Odhiambo, Samuel Semo, James Kinyanjui, Boniface Munyendo, Julius Masaba, Tyson Otieno, Victor Omune.