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AFC Leopards move three points clear after leaving Tusker tipsy

By Washington Onyango | 7mos ago

AFC Leopards SC players celebrate Kelly Madada's goal against Nairobi United FC during their Kenyan Premier League match at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi on January 7, 2026. [Stafford Ondego, Standard]

Ugandan international Samuel Ssenyonjo scored a hat-trick to inspire AFC Leopards to a 4-0 win over Tusker in an entertaining SportPesa Premier League match at Nyayo Stadium yesterday.

The win saw Ingwe move three points clear at the top of the standings after record Kenyan champions Gor Mahia were held to a 0-0 draw by Shabana at Gusii Stadium in Kisii.

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