Cheza Sports 2 vs 1 Volkaudi Football Academy

Volkaudi Football Academy hosted Cheza Sports at RTI, South B Nairobi on 18 October 2026, with kick-off at 2:00pm in a friendly 11-a-side encounter. The match ended in a 2-1 defeat for Volkaudi Football Academy after a competitive 90 minutes plus added time.

Volkaudi lined up in a traditional 4-3-3 formation, aiming to balance defensive solidity with attacking flair. Richard Nzioka took his place between the sticks as goalkeeper, protected by a back four consisting of Bonniface Mula at right back, Kelvin Mwendwa and Dickson Odhiambo as central defenders, and Dennis Obama covering the left flank. The midfield trio featured Cleophas Rawayo on the right, Joshuu Munya centrally, and Mohamed Hassan on the left, tasked with linking defence and attack while supporting the front three. Upfront, the attacking line was spearheaded by Sam Ogola as the central striker, flanked by Ayub Said on the right wing and Felix Odwor on the left forward position. No substitutes were named for this fixture.

The first half saw both sides test each other cautiously, with Volkaudi’s midfield trio working hard to control possession and supply their forwards. The defensive unit remained disciplined, limiting Cheza Sports’ opportunities in the opening 45 minutes. Despite some promising runs from Ayub Said and Felix Odwor down the wings, Volkaudi struggled to convert possession into clear-cut chances. The half concluded with the scoreline still level, as the teams went into the break locked at 0-0.

In the second half, Cheza Sports began to assert themselves more effectively, capitalising on moments of hesitation in Volkaudi’s defence. The visitors managed to break the deadlock with a well-taken goal, putting Volkaudi on the back foot. Volkaudi responded with increased urgency, pushing their full-backs and midfielders higher up the pitch to support the attack. This tactical shift bore fruit when Sam Ogola found the net, pulling a goal back and reigniting hope for the home side.

However, Cheza Sports maintained their composure and managed to restore their two-goal advantage later in the half, ultimately securing the victory. Volkaudi’s defensive efforts were commendable but ultimately insufficient to prevent the visitors from clinching the win. The match was officiated by referee UN, whose performance was steady, maintaining control throughout the contest.

Despite the loss, Volkaudi Football Academy showed glimpses of promise, particularly in their structured 4-3-3 setup and the work rate of their midfield and attacking players. The narrow margin of defeat suggests that with further refinement, Volkaudi could pose a significant challenge in future fixtures.