Olunga equals Kenya scoring record as Harambee Stars draw 2-2 in South Africa
Kenya twice came from behind to draw 2-2 with South Africa in Johannesburg on Friday in a 2027 AFCON qualifier. Captain Michael Olunga's penalty took him to 35 goals, level with William Ouma as Kenya's all-time top scorer.
Harambee Stars twice fought back to hold South Africa 2-2 at Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg on Friday night. Substitute Ryan Ogam scored the equaliser in the 89th minute. The result earned coach Benni McCarthy a point against his home country in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Kenya fell behind early. Amos Wanjala scored a ninth-minute own goal after a poor back pass meant for goalkeeper Byrne Omondi, Pulse Live Kenya reported. South Africa then piled on the pressure. Omondi kept out chances from Tshepang Moremi and Iqraam Rayners, and Moremi also sent one effort over the bar. Kenya won a penalty when Frank Odhiambo's ball struck the arm of Thabang Matuludi, according to Pulse. Captain Michael Olunga sent goalkeeper Ronwen Williams the wrong way to make it 1-1 just before half-time. It was his 35th goal for Kenya. The strike put him level with Gor Mahia legend William 'Chege' Ouma, whose record had stood since the 1970s, The Eastleigh Voice reported. McCarthy made a double change early in the second half, and Kenya improved. Omondi…
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