Mafa Academy make Chapa Dimba national finals debut

The fifth edition of the Chapa Dimba National Finals will feature a new and exciting team from Isiolo, with Mafa Academy set to make their first appearance at the national finals. Mafa Academy from Isiolo hammered Mikinduri Rock-Star FC 8-0 in a one-sided boys’ final. The free-scoring Mafa had booked their place in the final after a 6-1 semi-final victory. Top scorer Zakar Mohammed netted a hat-trick, opening the scoring from the penalty spot in the first half before adding two more goals after the break. Second-half substitute Wako Dabaso scored a brace, while Hussein Enid, Abduba Daud and Abdisak Ali were also on target. Mafa, who entertained fans with quality football throughout the tournament, are coached by Chapa Dimba alumnus Ibrahim Abdisalan, who played in the inaugural season. The Eastern Region will be represented by MCF Starlets, who beat hosts Manyatta Royal Queens Academy 3-1 to lift the regional crown.