By Julius Bob Anyula, Sports Reporter \u2013 Good Morning Kenya<\/em><\/strong><\/pre>\n\n\n\n
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AFC Leopards stayed top of the FKF Premier League on Sunday with a dominant 4\u20130 victory over Tusker, featuring a sensational hat-trick from Samuel Ssenyonjo, as archrivals Gor Mahia played to a barren 0\u20130 draw against Shabana in Gusii. The result has left fans and pundits alike declaring: Ingwe is unstoppable.
A New Era at Ingwe
At the heart of AFC Leopards\u2019 revival is the Ambani brothers, who have brought bold leadership and ambition to the club. Supporting them is the dynamic triumvirate of SG Isaac Mulindi and Treasurer Newton Lime, driving a vision that combines professionalism, discipline, and faith.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/goodmorningkenya.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/inbound8616061573996033905-683x1024.jpg\")
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\u201cIt\u2019s all about discipline, hard work, determination, and belief in God. The players have bought into this vision, and it shows on the pitch,\u201d said Isaac Mulindi.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
President Bonface Ambani added:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt\u2019s tactical acumen, the grace of God, our loving and loyal fans, and the hunger to carry the trophy, which I last lifted as a player in 1998, that is pushing this team forward.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/goodmorningkenya.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/inbound4022050486516684267-1024x683.jpg\")
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Ssenyonjo\u2019s Hat-Trick Joins a Modern-Day Legendary List<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/goodmorningkenya.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/inbound2995952681572375597-1024x683.jpg\")
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The game at Nyayo Stadium saw Ssenyonjo open the scoring in the 13th minute after a perfectly weighted pass from Tyson Otieno to James Kinyanjui, who cut the ball back for the finish. Ssenyonjo added his second in the 23rd minute after a Tusker defensive mix-up.
Early in the second half, Ssenyonjo turned provider, setting up Ronald Sichenje for the third goal in the 48th minute. He then completed his hat-trick in the 72nd minute with a penalty he earned himself, taking his season tally to four goals and sealing a comprehensive win.
This makes Ssenyonjo the fourth AFC Leopards player to score a hat-trick since 2009:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Du Monde Selenga vs KCB (3-4 win) \u2013 2010, City Stadium
John Makwatta vs Wazito (3-0 win) \u2013 Bukhungu Stadium
Victor Omune vs Talanta (6-2 win) \u2013 Nyayo Stadium, 2023
Samuel Ssenyonjo vs Tusker (4-0 win) \u2013 Nyayo Stadium, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite Ssenyonjo\u2019s feat, Joe Kadenge still holds the record for most hat-tricks in club history, a record that has stood since the 1960s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dominant Performance Across the Field
AFC Leopards were ruthless in midfield, with Tyson Otieno dictating play, Kelly Madada providing fluid ball movement, and Kinyanjui\u2019s wide play stretching the Tusker defense. The team\u2019s cohesive attacking style and clinical finishing left Tusker chasing shadows all game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/goodmorningkenya.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/inbound7777617712056743851-1024x1024.jpg\")
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\u201cThe boys believe in themselves. We have a clear plan, and they are executing it perfectly,\u201d said the gaffer.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Meanwhile, Gor Mahia and Shabana drew 0\u20130 in Kisii. Despite a vibrant crowd and a heated contest, both sides cancelled each other out. The draw leaves Gor Mahia trailing AFC Leopards at the top on goal difference, while Shabana remain winless against their fierce rivals.
Ingwe Looks Unstoppable<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With momentum firmly on their side, AFC Leopards top the league with 30 points, showing no signs of slowing down. The combination of strong leadership, tactical acumen, disciplined training, and a passionate fanbase has made Ingwe a force to be reckoned with.
Sunday\u2019s emphatic victory is not just a scoreline \u2014 it\u2019s a statement: AFC Leopards are back, and the roar of Ingwe is echoing across the nation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/goodmorningkenya.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/inbound6189010852043284717-609x1024.jpg\")
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Key Takeaways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
AFC Leopards 4\u20130 Tusker, Ssenyonjo hat-trick
Gor Mahia 0\u20130 Shabana in Gusii
Ingwe tops the league with 30 points<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/goodmorningkenya.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/inbound8475192157585858176.jpg\")
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Ambani brothers, Isaac Mulindi, and Newton Lime driving a new era
Joe Kadenge remains club\u2019s hat-trick king<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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