Somali FC Edge S.O.B SC 2-1 In Mombasa Friendly

Somali Fc travelled to Mombasa to face S.O.B SC in a friendly encounter on 11 October 2025, kicking off at 9:00am. The match ended in a 2-1 victory for Somali Fc after a competitive 90 minutes under the watchful eye of referee Anthony Taylor. Despite falling behind early, Somali Fc rallied to secure the win with two well-taken goals.

Somali Fc lined up in a classic 4-3-3 formation, aiming to balance defensive solidity with attacking flair. In goal, Shuayb Dibu was tasked with commanding the backline. The defence featured Umar Abdi at right back, Aminkey Ramos and Paolo Maldini as central defenders, and Mudu Calafiori on the left. The midfield trio consisted of Muhsin Mainoo on the right, Bazu Tanda centrally, and Santi Cazorla on the left, each expected to contribute both defensively and offensively. Up front, the attacking trio of Hassan Musiala on the right wing, Abdille Haso leading the line as striker, and Abdiwahab Diaz on the left were charged with breaking down the opposition’s defence. No substitutes were named for this fixture.

The match began with S.O.B SC capitalising on an early defensive lapse from Somali Fc. In the 12th minute, a close-range finish with the right foot put the home side ahead, exploiting a mistake that unsettled Somali Fc’s backline. This early setback forced Somali Fc to regroup and respond.

Somali Fc’s response came through patient build-up play and intelligent positioning. At the 25-minute mark, a sweeping team move culminated in Santi Cazorla delivering a precise long pass to Abdiwahab Diaz. Diaz controlled the ball expertly and slotted home a close-range finish with his right foot to level the scores. This goal lifted Somali Fc’s spirits and set the tone for the remainder of the first half, which ended 1-1.

The second half saw Somali Fc gradually assert more control, with midfielders Bazu Tanda and Santi Cazorla orchestrating play and feeding the forwards. The defence, marshalled by Maldini and Ramos, tightened up to frustrate S.O.B SC’s attempts to regain the lead.

The decisive moment arrived in the 78th minute when Hassan Musiala won a free kick outside the box, which Bazu Tanda struck directly with his left foot, scoring a superb free kick to put Somali Fc ahead. This goal proved to be the match-winner, as Somali Fc held firm in the closing stages.

Throughout the match, Somali Fc’s 4-3-3 formation allowed them to recover from an early deficit and control the midfield battle. The full-backs, Umar Abdi and Mudu Calafiori, provided width and defensive cover, while the midfield trio balanced creativity and defensive duties effectively. The front three combined pace and skill to trouble the opposition defence consistently.

In the end, Somali Fc’s resilience and tactical discipline earned them a deserved 2-1 victory away from home in this friendly fixture. The team will take confidence from their ability to respond to adversity and execute set-piece opportunities with precision.