Royal Phoenix FC Fall To Destiny Ladies FC At Kiba Stand Park

Royal Phoenix FC hosted Destiny Ladies FC in a friendly encounter at Kiba Stand Park Stadium on 20 November 2025, kicking off at 3:30pm. The match ended in a 3-1 defeat for Royal Phoenix FC, with Destiny Ladies FC securing victory through three well-taken goals. The attendance was a modest 500 spectators, while referee Rankie oversaw the 90 minutes plus added time with a middling performance.

Royal Phoenix FC lined up in a 4-2-1-3 formation, aiming to balance defensive solidity with attacking flair. Dorcas guarded the goal, supported by a back four comprising Gloria Damaris at right back, Joan Mageto and Faith Kamam as central defenders, and Umazi on the left. In midfield, Fatuma Madimpolz and Fatuma Njira operated as the double pivot, tasked with breaking up play and distributing the ball. Ahead of them, Martha Magucha took the attacking midfield role, expected to link midfield and attack creatively. The front three featured Mercy Wairimu on the right wing, Babra leading the line as striker, and Tinah Oloo on the left wing, all charged with stretching the opposition defence and providing goal threats. No substitutes were named for this fixture.

The match began with Destiny Ladies FC asserting themselves early, and their efforts paid off in the 15th minute when they opened the scoring with a stunning long-range strike from outside the box, fired with the right foot. This early goal set the tone and tested Royal Phoenix’s defensive organisation.

Royal Phoenix responded well and found their equaliser in the 32nd minute through Joan Mageto, who produced a spectacular scissors kick from outside the box. The goal was expertly set up by a long pass from Tinah Oloo, who demonstrated excellent vision and precision to release Mageto into space. This moment lifted Royal Phoenix and brought the home crowd to life.

Despite this bright spell, the first half ended with the scores level at 1-1 as both teams sought to impose their style of play. At the interval, the teams retreated with everything to play for.

The second half saw Destiny Ladies FC regain the upper hand. In the 54th minute, they restored their lead with another impressive long-range strike, again struck with the right foot from outside the penalty area. This goal highlighted Royal Phoenix’s struggles to contain shots from distance and put them on the back foot.

As the match progressed, Destiny Ladies FC continued to press and capitalised further in the 76th minute with a third goal, again finished with the right foot. This goal effectively sealed the contest, leaving Royal Phoenix chasing the game in the closing stages.

Royal Phoenix FC showed determination but were unable to break down the visitors’ defence or find a way back into the match after falling behind in the second half. The defensive unit, despite Joan Mageto’s notable contribution both defensively and offensively, was exposed on multiple occasions by Destiny Ladies’ long-range efforts.

Joan Mageto was named player of the match for her outstanding performance, particularly her memorable goal and defensive resilience. Her contribution was a rare bright spot in an otherwise disappointing result for Royal Phoenix FC.

In summary, Royal Phoenix FC’s 4-2-1-3 formation offered attacking promise but was undone by Destiny Ladies FC’s clinical finishing and ability to score from distance. The home side will look to learn from this friendly as they prepare for upcoming fixtures.