This archive report was first published on 6 January 2020.
Kenyan Premier League (KPL) action saw AFC Leopards thrash Zoo Kericho 4-1 at Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega County on January 5, 2020, while Ulinzi Stars edged out Posta Rangers 2-0 in an early kick-off match at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos County.
John Makwatta's hat-trick inspired Leopards to their sixth win of the campaign, moving him joint top of the top scorers list with Tusker's Timothy Otieno on nine goals.
Ulinzi Stars' win saw them move three places up to fourth in the KPL standings, extending their unbeaten run to 11 consecutive matches in the league.
Benjamin Nyangweso's men last lost in September 2019 against Mathare United, and their focus now shifts to their mid-week match against Wazito, aiming to keep tabs with leaders Gor who are only four points ahead.
Leopards face Posta Rangers next in the mid-week KPL matches, aiming to extend their unbeaten run to 12 matches.
Anthony Kimani, caretaker coach of Zoo Kericho, expressed his joy after the loss, saying, "We played very well today despite our recent challenges. This shows how the players are ready to give it all for the club and I believe we can make it to the top four if we maintain our consistency."
