3K FC continued their impressive start to life in the FKF Premier League after coming from behind to beat Posta Rangers 2-1 at Police Sacco Stadium on Monday afternoon.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Mozzart Bet-sponsored league debutants recovered from conceding early in the second half to claim their second victory of the campaign.Yipoh Sally Ally and captain Daniel Wabwire found the net to hand Nicodemus Omasete’s charges all three points.##NAJAVA_MECA_10077474##The victory lifts 3K to fourth in the standings with eight points from five matches.It also provides a timely response after suffering their first defeat of the season against APS Bomet last Wednesday.Posta, meanwhile, were left to rue another disappointing afternoon as they slipped deeper into the relegation zone, with their four points from five matches leaving them under pressure.Harambee Stars winger features in Spain as Anyembe is benched in DenmarkThe Mailmen had the first setback of the afternoon in the 13th minute when defender Faustino Ojiambo was forced off through injury, prompting the introduction of captain Bernard Ondiek.After a cagey opening half, the contest burst into life immediately after the restart, with Posta breaking the deadlock a minute into the second half.Brian Otieno made a promising run down the left before picking out Mark Shaban.Government responds to claims that Bayern Munich, Ajax will field junior teams in NairobiThe former Green Commandos man produced a moment of brilliance to guide the ball into the far corner and give the Zedekiah 'Zico' Otieno-coached side the lead.Shaban, who is on loan from Gor Mahia, punished the newcomers with a well-taken finish, but their response was swift.Five minutes later, Newton Javan Njue picked out Cameroonian forward Yipoh Sally Ally, who made no mistake in finding the net to restore parity for 3K in the 51st minute.Manoah fires warning to senior Kakamega Homeboyz players after defeat to LeopardsThe equaliser forced Posta into further changes, with Isaac Otieno and Caleb Olilo coming on for Brian Marita and Vincent Wasambo as the hosts sought to regain control.However, it was the visitors who struck again, with captain Wabwire completing the turnaround through a powerful header.Victor Matete and Ian Owiti stood over a free-kick before the former Fortune Sacco left-back delivered a telling cross into the penalty area, where Wabwire rose highest to direct his effort beyond goalkeeper Samuel Njau.##NAJAVA_MECA_10086145##Njau could only watch as the ball found the back of the net, handing the newcomers a crucial lead.Omasete responded with a double substitution, introducing Oscar Juma and Samuel Wahinya for goalscorer Yipoh and Danstan Barasa.Juma nearly made an immediate impact, but his long-range effort in the 65th minute sailed harmlessly wide. A subsequent cross also caused a scramble in the Posta penalty area, although the visitors failed to capitalise.Recovering Harambee Stars striker suffers fresh injury setback in EuropeThe Mailmen refused to surrender and increasingly pushed forward in search of an equaliser. Olilo was particularly active down the wing, but 3K's pressing made it difficult for the former AFC Leopards man to find openings.From the 70th minute, Posta mounted sustained pressure around the 3K penalty area, but Isuza and his defensive colleagues stood firm, and frustrated the hosts' attempts to get back into the contest.Zico responded by introducing Rodgers Wasega for Brian Otieno, while Elvis Osok made way for former Kibera Soccer forward Collins Kamau in a bid to inject fresh energy into his attack.Pamzo explains how APS Bomet finally claimed first win of the seasonThe changes offered Posta more attacking impetus, but they still struggled to break through Omasete's defensive wall.3K also made late changes, with Henry Oballa and Ronald Karwera replacing Ian Owiti and Glen Githinji as they sought to protect their advantage.Posta threw more men forward in the closing stages, desperately searching for a late equaliser that would have helped them avoid a third defeat of the season.##NAJAVA_MECA_10086151##However, 3K held on to secure a valuable victory and extend their promising top-flight campaign.The result also marked a significant response from Omasete's men, who had started the season with consecutive draws against Mara Sugar and Bandari before beating Murang'a Seal in the Murima Derby.Their unbeaten run was brought to an end last Wednesday when APS Bomet handed them a 3-0 defeat at the Raila Odinga Stadium.Ulinzi Stars secure maiden victory after comeback win over Mathare UnitedPosta, on the other hand, have now suffered three defeats in five matches, having opened their campaign with losses to Shabana and Murang'a Seal before recovering with a win over KCB and a goalless draw against Bandari.The Mailmen are now under pressure to turn their fortunes around as the newcomers continue to make their presence felt in the top flight.
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