Mombasa United edge Kariobangi Sharks in promotion playoff first leg

Mombasa United claimed a narrow advantage in the Kenyan Premier League/National Super League promotion playoff after edging out Kariobangi Sharks 2-1 in the first leg played at the Mbaraki Stadium in Mombasa. After a barren draw in the first half, Dennis Toeri gave the home team the lead from the penalty spot in the 69th minute. 12 minutes later, the Mombasa side doubled their lead, Rashidi Waziri on target as they took command of the game. With 15 minutes to play, Dalvin Wayne gave Kariobangi Sharks a precious away goal. The second leg will be played on the 6th of October in Nairobi with the aggregate winner joining the Kenya Premier League.