“AFC Leopards were left scratching their heads after a late collapse saw them thrashed by Mathare United,” a source reported following the match held at Nyayo Stadium on March 14, 2026.
In a decisive Sportpesa Premier League encounter, Mathare United defeated AFC Leopards 4-1, marking a significant setback for the Leopards, who were considered title contenders before the match.
Victor Omune opened the scoring for AFC Leopards in the 61st minute, providing a glimmer of hope for the team and their supporters. However, this hope quickly faded as Mathare United responded emphatically.
Brian Ouru was instrumental for Mathare United, scoring two goals, while Isaac Omweri and Ian Omondi added one goal each to seal the victory. The defeat left AFC Leopards fans angry, leading to objects being thrown onto the pitch in protest.
The loss means that AFC Leopards now sit seven points behind league leaders Gor Mahia, having accumulated 43 points from 23 games. This defeat also denied them the opportunity to close the gap to just four points behind Gor Mahia.
Meanwhile, Mathare United’s victory lifted them to 11th place on the league table with 29 points, moving them nine points clear of the relegation zone.
As the season progresses, AFC Leopards will need to regroup quickly to salvage their title hopes, while Mathare United will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming fixtures.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the team’s response to this defeat and any potential changes in strategy moving forward.
