Kenyan representatives St. Mary’s Yala and Green Commandos have been eliminated from the football boys competition at the ongoing Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSSA) games in Morogoro, Tanzania.Yala were the first Kenyan side to bow out after suffering a 1-0 defeat to CFGK Kigali in their final Group B match at Highlands Rehabilitation Facility.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsGreen Commandos, who needed victory to progress as the best third-placed team, also fell short after fighting back to draw 1-1 with defending champions Bukedea Comprehensive Academy of Uganda at Ujenzi Institute.Simon Wanyama gave Bukedea the lead before Michael Odhiambo restored parity for the Kenyan champions.The result left both Kenyan representatives with a point from three matches, ending their hopes of progressing to the knockout stage.##NAJAVA_MECA_901490##Bukedea started brightly, with Balagadde Steven immediately testing Kakamega goalkeeper Chris Georgian.The Ugandan side continued to threaten through Osinya Ryan Giggs, who caused problems down the left flank and repeatedly engaged Michael Juma.Their pressure paid off in the fifth minute when Ssouzi Derrick was allowed time to deliver a cross from the wing.Wanyama reacted quickest inside the box, meeting the ball from close range and directing his effort into the top corner beyond Georgian before racing away in celebration.FEASSSA 2026: A look at cost of meals, transport, beer, water and essentials in Tanzania for KenyansThe early setback did little to affect Green Commandos, who gradually settled into the contest. Derrick Wanyonyi, Antony Onyango and Julius Ochieng Agwambo began driving forward, although Bukedea’s defensive unit of Sumalu Mutawakali, Isabirye Eric and Balagadde remained composed.The Kenyan side came close in the 17th minute when Agwambo cut inside before unleashing a powerful left-footed effort, but Bukedea goalkeeper Kantagalaro Anthony reacted quickly to keep the ball out.Agwambo went close again moments later after winning a free-kick from a similar position, curling his effort narrowly wide as the Kenyan technical bench and supporters briefly rose in anticipation.FEASSSA 2026: Kenyan girls face do-or-die final group matches after dropping vital points on TuesdayThe match settled into a balanced affair, with Bukedea threatening whenever they won possession while Green Commandos continued to find openings through Agwambo and Wanyonyi.The physical battle also intensified, with Onyango receiving a yellow card in the 38th minute for a foul on Wanyama.Green Commandos finished the half strongly and nearly drew level in the 45th minute when Wanyonyi received the ball inside the box, controlled it and aimed for the top corner.His effort beat the goalkeeper but struck the crossbar, leaving the Kenyan side trailing at the break.Bukedea made the first change at the start of the second half, replacing Balagadde with Asega Halid, while Green Commandos introduced Daniel Ombati for Wanyonyi.Ombati immediately injected more urgency into the Kenyan attack, helping Green Commandos push Bukedea deeper into their own half.Agwambo continued to provide an outlet from wide areas while the midfield began moving the ball quicker in search of an opening.FEASSSA: St Anthony’s, Kamusinga through to hockey semifinalsThe pressure forced Bukedea coach Ronald Ssali into further changes, with Senkusu Patrick and Zidane Manishura introduced for Osinya and Businget Yabil as the Ugandans sought to regain control.Green Commandos finally got their reward in the 55th minute when Odhiambo rose highest to head home Agwambo’s well-delivered free-kick, bringing the Kenyan side level and giving them renewed belief of completing a comeback.After the equaliser, Green Commandos took greater control of the contest.Ombati continued to trouble the Bukedea defence with his movement, while Eugene Bellety produced a composed display in midfield, linking up effectively with George Omondi as the Kenyans coordinated their attacks and remained disciplined as a defensive unit.Bukedea were increasingly forced to defend around their box as Green Commandos pressed for the decisive goal.Patrick Vieira to manage the Lions of TerangaRather than slowing the tempo, the Kenyan side added more attacking threat, with Macklin Adika making way for Brighton Nacheri as the technical bench sought fresh legs for the final push.Despite their dominance and late pressure, Green Commandos could not find the winner.The 1-1 draw ended the Kenyan champions’ campaign alongside Yala, leaving both sides to exit the competition after collecting only one point from their three matches.
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