Kadiju Horizon Academy Edge Godmiah FC 1-0 At Opanga Primary School

Kadiju Horizon Academy travelled to Opanga Primary School to face Godmiah FC in a league away match on 26 October 2025, with kick-off at 7:25am. The encounter ended in a narrow 1-0 victory for Kadiju Horizon Academy, securing all three points in a tightly contested 90-minute fixture.

The hosts lined up in a 3-4-3 formation, deploying three defenders at the back: Kevin Ochieng on the right, Tom Odhiambo centrally, and Benard Onyango on the left. The midfield quartet consisted of Venus Mwalo on the right wing, Ronix Okoth and Newton Otieno occupying the central midfield roles, and Samuel Onyango on the left flank. Up front, Kadiju Horizon Academy opted for a three-pronged attack with Benard Omondi on the right forward position, Samuel Odek leading as the central striker, and Leopold Ondege on the left forward line. This setup was designed to provide width and attacking options while maintaining a solid defensive base. The substitutes named for the match were Fredrick Odhiambo, Edward Ooko, and Habraham Owuor.

The match began with both sides probing for openings, but it was Kadiju Horizon Academy who made the breakthrough shortly before the half-hour mark. At 28 minutes, Tom Odhiambo received a yellow card for a bad tackle, signalling the physical nature of the contest. Just two minutes later, the deadlock was broken when Benard Omondi delivered a precise free kick into the box, allowing Venus Mwalo to tap in from close range with his right foot. This goal proved decisive and highlighted Mwalo’s sharpness and positional awareness on the right midfield.

The first half concluded with Kadiju Horizon Academy holding a slender 1-0 lead, having managed to control the midfield and restrict Godmiah FC’s attacking threats. The defensive trio, led by Tom Odhiambo, were tasked with containing the opposition’s forwards, while the midfielders worked hard to support both defence and attack.

Early in the second half, tactical changes were made by Kadiju Horizon Academy. At 59 minutes, goalkeeper Charles Omondi was replaced by Fredrick Odhiambo in a tactical switch, possibly to inject fresh energy between the sticks. The match continued with Kadiju Horizon Academy maintaining their lead, but the game’s intensity escalated.

At 70 minutes, Tom Odhiambo was shown a second yellow card for another bad tackle, resulting in a red card and his dismissal from the match. This forced Kadiju Horizon Academy to play with ten men for the remainder of the game, testing their defensive resilience and tactical discipline.

Shortly after the sending off, two further substitutions were made at 73 minutes. Edward Ooko came on for striker Samuel Odek, while Habraham Owuor replaced central midfielder Ronix Okoth. These changes were tactical, aimed at shoring up the midfield and attack despite being a man down.

Despite the numerical disadvantage, Kadiju Horizon Academy held firm, with goalkeeper Fredrick Odhiambo and the defensive unit repelling Godmiah FC’s efforts to find an equaliser. The team’s organisation and determination ensured they preserved their 1-0 advantage until the final whistle.

Venus Mwalo’s goal and overall performance earned him the player of the match accolade, reflecting his crucial contribution to Kadiju Horizon Academy’s victory. The referee’s performance was rated as average, with the key moments involving disciplinary action notably impacting the flow of the game.

In summary, Kadiju Horizon Academy’s disciplined 3-4-3 formation, combined with timely tactical substitutions and a vital goal from Venus Mwalo, secured a hard-fought win away at Godmiah FC. The victory will boost their confidence as they continue their league campaign.