Mathare United Women Secure Hard-Fought Clean Sheet At TUK Playing Grounds

Mathare United Women FC travelled to the TUK Playing Grounds in South C Nairobi on 11 January 2026 for their league away fixture against TUK Ravens, kicking off at 1:00pm. The match ended in a 0-0 stalemate, with Mathare United Women holding firm to claim a valuable clean sheet on the road.

Mathare United Women lined up in a 4-4-1-1 formation, a setup designed to provide defensive solidity while maintaining attacking options through the midfield and lone striker. Valentine Khwaka guarded the goal, supported by a back four comprising Veronica Nyambura at right back, Marline Atieno and Nestley Nanjala as central defenders, and Brenda Atieno on the left. The midfield quartet featured Gladwell Musungu on the right wing, Sharon Juma and Faith Atieno centrally, and Mitshel Waithera on the left flank. Jerrine Adhiambo operated just behind the striker, Sylvia Otieno, tasked with linking play and creating chances.

The match began with both sides probing cautiously, but it was Mathare United Women who showed early intent to control possession and dictate the tempo. The defensive unit, marshalled by Nestley Nanjala and Marline Atieno, looked composed against TUK Ravens’ attacking threats.

At the 35th minute, the game’s first notable incident saw Sylvia Otieno receive a yellow card for a bad tackle, a caution that would influence her involvement going forward. Immediately after, tactical changes were made by Mathare United Women with two substitutions at the 36th minute mark. Dora Achieng replaced Brenda Atieno at left back, while Beverlyne Awuor came on for Faith Atieno in central midfield, signalling a shift in approach to maintain defensive resilience and midfield energy.

The first half concluded without any goals, with both teams unable to break the deadlock despite some promising moves. Mathare United Women’s shape remained disciplined, with the midfield working hard to support both defence and attack.

In the second half, the match continued to be a tight affair. At 67 minutes, another tactical substitution saw Iddah Adhiambo replace the cautioned Sylvia Otieno up front, aiming to refresh the attacking impetus. Shortly after, at 70 minutes, an injury forced a change in defence as Vivian Adhiambo came on for Nestley Nanjala, who had been a standout performer throughout the match.

Despite these changes, neither side could find the breakthrough. Mathare United Women’s defensive organisation, particularly the efforts of Nestley Nanjala before her departure, ensured that TUK Ravens were kept at bay. The goalkeeper, Valentine Khwaka, also contributed with crucial saves to preserve the clean sheet.

The match ended 0-0, a result that reflected the competitive nature of the encounter and the tactical discipline shown by Mathare United Women. Nestley Nanjala was named Player of the Match for her commanding presence in central defence and leadership at the back.

Overall, Mathare United Women demonstrated resilience and tactical awareness on the road, securing a valuable point away from home in their league campaign.