Mara Sugar FC head coach Mike Mururi has challenged his defence to improve after conceding late in their 2-1 victory over Mombasa United in the FKF Premier League on Monday, 19 October.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe Sugar Millers claimed all three points at William Ole Ntimama Stadium in Narok, with Kevin Mwavali breaking the deadlock in the 34th minute before Alex Imbusia doubled their advantage in the 44th minute.Top CAF official responds to reports of Kenya losing AFCON 2027 hosting rightsHowever, Laban Otieno scored late for Mombasa United, leaving Mururi concerned about his side’s tendency to concede after taking control of matches.The goal brought back memories of their season-opening 2-2 draw against 3K FC, where Mara surrendered their advantage to settle for a point.##NAJAVA_MECA_10036251##Mururi admitted his players lost concentration after the break and warned that such mistakes could cost them valuable points as the campaign progresses.“We played well in the first half and dictated the tempo of the match while leading. In the second half, we came back relaxed and allowed the opponent back into the game. It is something we must work on,” he said.Fans force Gor Mahia to change kick off time in Saturday's clash against Bandari“We have to work on our defensive line and overall defending to avoid conceding in the dying minutes and keep clean sheets. Such situations can make you lose matches from winning positions, and if we continue this way, we will find ourselves in compromising situations away from home.”##NAJAVA_MECA_10047424##Despite the defensive concerns, the victory lifted Mara Sugar to second place with four points, two adrift of league leaders Gor Mahia.The Sugar Millers will next face four-time league winners Ulinzi Stars away from home, with Mururi targeting another positive result while seeking to address the defensive shortcomings that have marked their opening fixtures.Harambee Stars legend's son explains why he chose rugby over football