Harambee Stars
Harambee
Stars claimed a 2-0 victory over a stubborn South Sudan in their second game of
the Genocide Commemoration Cup played on Sunday in Kigali just a day after a
0-0 draw with hosts Rwanda.
Skipper
Victor Wanyama broke the deadlock from the penalty spot sending South Sudan
keeper the wrong way for Kenya’s first goal in the first half.
Kenya
went into the break leading and upon resumption coach Bobby Williamson run
changes bringing on Michael Olunga who had just arrived from a trip to Kisumu
where his side beat Tusker 1-0 to remain firmly patched at the apex of the
Kenyan premier league.
Michael
Olunga made it 2-0 in favour of Harambee Stars after a fine inter play and a
cool finish from the lanky striker.Harambee Stars were relentless holding on to
the two goal to set up a thrilling final against Rwanda Amavubi on Monday at
the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali.
Kenya
are using the tournament as preparations for their 2017 Africa Cup
of Nations preliminary qualifier away against Congo Brazzaville on
Sunday 14 June away in Congo.
Starting XI Against South Sudan:
Ian Otieno (GK), Charles Odete, David Owino, David
Ochieng, Anthony Akumu, Victor Mugabe, Francis Kahata, Ayub Timbe, Paul Were,
Allan Wanga, Evans Maliachi.
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