• 09 Oct, 2025

Shabana FC's sensational start to the season continues! Read our full match review as Brian Michira's 64th-minute goal secured a crucial 1-0 away victory over Bandari FC at Mbaraki. We break down the contrasting statistics

Mombasa, Kenya - September 28, 2025 

Shabana FC "Glamour Boys," continued their sensational start to the SportPesa League season with a crucial 1-0 away victory over Bandari FC at the Mbaraki Sports Club. The result not only secured back-to-back wins for the Kisii-based side but also marked their first away triumph at Mbaraki since their return to the top flight, a significant milestone that breaks Bandari's run of five straight draws at home.
 

The decisive moment of the Round 2 clash came in the 64th minute when the league's in-form striker, Brian Michira, found the back of the net. Michira's goal, his third of the young season, proved the difference in a tightly contested affair.
 

Statistics Tell a Tale of Contrasting Strategies


While the scoreline favored the visitors, the match statistics reveal a fascinating contrast in team approaches:
 

MetricBandarishabana
Possession6436
Shots Attempted817
Shot Accuracy13%24%
Pass Attempts304166
Pass Accuracy87%71%
Corners23
Offsides42
Yellow Cards10


Bandari dominated possession (64%) and led significantly in pass attempts (304 to 166), yet their inability to convert this control into meaningful chances was their undoing. Despite the territorial dominance, Bandari managed only 8 shot attempts with a disappointing 13% accuracy.
Shabana, on the other hand, employed a more direct, counter-attacking strategy. With only 36% possession, they demonstrated lethal efficiency by registering 17 shot attempts, more than double Bandari's count, and maintained a significantly better shot accuracy of 24%. This clinical edge highlights their attacking threat and the effectiveness of their game plan away from home.
 

Michira's Impact and Table Toppers
 

The match remained goalless at halftime, but Michira's 64th-minute strike broke the deadlock and ultimately sealed the three points for Shabana. This victory propels Shabana to the top of the SportPesa League standings with a perfect 6 points after two matches, boasting an impressive goal difference of +3 (5 goals scored, 2 conceded).
For Bandari, the defeat is a frustrating setback, particularly at home, leaving them still searching for their first win of the season. Their midfield dominance, as evidenced by their high pass accuracy (87%), needs to be translated into penetrative final-third action to turn draws and narrow losses into victories.
Shabana's ability to absorb pressure and punish their opponents with fast breaks and superior shooting power suggests they are a force to be reckoned with this season. The Glamour Boys are proving that promotion momentum is a powerful force, and they are here to stay.

 

Vin Dongo

Vin captures the soul of the game through vivid storytelling, connecting fans to the heart of every match, player, and sporting event.