- SportPesa League Gameweek 3 Team of the Week features standout performers led by Shabana goalkeeper Pavel Ndzila, who saved Kayci Odhiambo’s penalty.
- Alpha Onyango continues his remarkable run, scoring in all three rounds, while Glen Kariuki and Daniel Wanjala spearhead 3K FC’s representation after their first top-flight win.
- 3K FC’s Nicodemus Omasete named Coach of the Week after guiding the debutants to a 2-1 victory over Murang’a SEAL and an unbeaten start to the season.
Round Three of the SportPesa League produced another round of tightly contested matches across the eight matches, just seven goals were scored, with three victories and five draws.
Several players stood out individually, and the official Man of the Match statistics provide further evidence behind some of the standout performances of the weekend.
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SportPesa League Team of the Week Round Three
Goalkeeper — Pavel Ndzila-6.8 – Shabana
Pavel Ndzila takes the gloves after a decisive performance for Shabana in their goalless draw against AFC Leopards at Nyayo National Stadium.
The Shabana goalkeeper made two saves, recorded two clearances and completed one successful runout. Most importantly, he produced the defining moment of the match by saving Kayci Odhiambo’s penalty.
That intervention denied Leopards a golden opportunity to take the lead and helped Shabana preserve another clean sheet.Ndzila’s performance also underlined Shabana’s remarkable start to the season.
They have now gone through their opening three matches without conceding a goal.
Defence
Daniel Wanjala-3K FC – 7.7
Daniel Wanjala was one of the outstanding defensive performers of the round.The 3K FC defender recorded an impressive 16 clearances and 12 interceptions, alongside two aerial duels won and one block.
He also registered 85% passing accuracy to help the debutants remain unbeaten after their first three top-flight matches.
John Ouma-7.3 -Posta Rangers
John Ouma’s display for Posta Rangers was another standout defensive performance.The defender recorded seven clearances, three interceptions and four balls won, while also making one block.
He attempted two crosses during the match.His defensive contribution helped Posta Rangers remain in the contest against KCB before Mark Shaban’s stoppage-time goal settled the match.
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Shannel Makwata-7.8 – Ulinzi Stars
Shannel Makwata produced an excellent all-round defensive performance for Ulinzi Stars in their goalless draw against Mara Sugar.Makwata made six clearances, six interceptions and won four balls, while attempting seven crosses. He also completed 83% of his passes.
Drona Openda-7.5
Drona Openda completes the defensive unit after another disciplined performance for Mara Sugar.The defender played his part in a Mara Sugar side that kept Ulinzi Stars at bay and secured a point from a goalless encounter.
Samuel Semo — AFC Leopards | 7.1
Samuel Semo earns his place in the Team of the Week after a composed defensive performance for AFC Leopards against Shabana. In a match decided by fine margins, Semo helped Leopards maintain their defensive structure and restrict Shabana’s attacking threat. Although Leopards were unable to convert their penalty opportunity, Semo’s overall defensive contribution stood out in a game that ended without a goal.
Midfield
Rodgers Angal-Mombasa United -6.8
Rodgers Angal earns his place after an influential performance for Mombasa United.His Man of the Match numbers show an attacking threat combined with work in possession: two chances created, two balls won, four cross attempts and one shot attempt, with an impressive 89% passing accuracy.Despite Mombasa United being held to a goalless draw by Kenya Police, Angal was one of the most productive attacking players of the match.
Ebenezer Ocran- 6.9-Gor Mahia
Ebenezer Ocran was an important part of Gor Mahia’s midfield as the defending champions defeated Bandari 1-0.His contribution helped Gor control the match and protect their narrow advantage as they maintained their perfect start to the season.
Alpha Onyango- Gor Mahia – 6.9
Alpha Onyango continues to make an early-season statement for Gor Mahia.The midfielder scored the decisive goal in the 1-0 victory over Bandari and finished the match with one goal, one chance created, two shot attempts and seven interceptions, while recording an excellent 90% passing accuracy.
His goal also means Onyango has now scored in each of Gor Mahia’s first three Gameweeks, making him the only player to have found the net in every round so far.
Elvis Noor — Posta Rangers | 6.9
Elvis Noor earns recognition for his contribution to Posta Rangers’ display against KCB. Noor added energy to the Posta midfield as the hosts continued to compete for a result.
His presence helped Posta maintain their attacking intent before the match was ultimately decided by Mark Shaban’s stoppage-time winner.
Attack
Glen Kariuki -3K FC -6.7
Glen Kariuki leads the attack after making the breakthrough for 3K FC in their 2-1 victory over Murang’a SEAL.
Kariuki opened the scoring in the 24th minute, helping 3K FC establish the platform for their first SportPesa League victory.The result extended the promoted side’s unbeaten start to three matches and moved them onto five points.
Coach — Nicodemus Omasete (3K FC )
Nicodemus Omasete takes charge of the Gameweek Three Team of the Week after guiding his side through another impressive outing that saw the Embu based side collect their first three points of the season.