Dagoretti Girls, Dandora Young Kings shine in Chapa Dimba
The Safaricom Chapa Dimba Nairobi regionals fourth edition finals culminated in a thrilling display of skill and sportsmanship at Dandora Stadium last Sunday. The event witnessed Dagoretti Mixed Girls and Dandora Young Kings emerge as the champions of Nairobi.
In an intense showdown, Dagoretti Mixed Girls dominated the field, securing a resounding 6-0 victory against the Misericordiae Queens from Makadara. Cisse Nambunye set the tone early with a goal in the first minute, followed by a flurry of strikes from Faith Awuor, Patience Kasichana, Ruth Safari, and Volentar Akinyi, who netted twice, sealing the win for Dagoretti.
The boys’ category saw Dandora Young Kings overpower the Dagoretti Lions with a convincing 6-1 scoreline. Despite an early goal from Dhuor Kang for the Lions, defensive lapses cost them dearly. Edwin Toto’s penalty conversion and Joseph Wekesa’s free-kick put Young Kings in the lead, with Washington Muga adding two more goals in each half to seal the victory.
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Kaswara Okwangla, head coach of Dandora Young Kings, expressed his gratitude to Safaricom for providing a platform for young talent and vowed to prepare rigorously for the national finals in Kisumu County next month.
The champions were awarded Kes250,000, a trophy, tickets to the national finals, Kes2000 airtime, gold medals, and a Neon Ultra phone for each player. The runners-up received Kes150,000, a trophy, a Neon Smarter Phone, Kes1000 airtime, and silver medals for each player. Additionally, individual players were recognized for their outstanding performances.
The tournament, aimed at scouting new talent and developing football in Kenya, continues to be a beacon for young athletes across the country. With the Nairobi region now concluded, the focus shifts to Central Kenya for the next leg of Safaricom Chapa Dimba.
