Mombasa United have taken the upper hand in their Kenyan Premier League/National Super League promotion-relegation playoff after edging Kariobangi Sharks 2-1 in the first leg in Mombasa.
The hosts produced a strong display to secure the narrow advantage, setting up an intriguing second leg as both sides battle for their place in Kenya’s top flight.
Mombasa United will now carry the 2-1 lead to Nairobi, where the decisive second leg is scheduled for next Tuesday.
Kariobangi Sharks will need to overturn the deficit on home soil, while Mombasa United require a disciplined performance to protect their advantage and complete the playoff tie successfully.
With only one goal separating the sides, the second leg promises another closely contested encounter as both teams fight for Premier League survival or promotion.
