Deputy President William Ruto alongside Machakos Governor Dr Alfred Mutua cheer Harambee Stars during CECAFA finals, December 17, 2017. [Photo/DPPS]
Deputy President William Ruto has expressed joy after Harambee Stars clinched the 2017 CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup by beating Zanzibar 3-2 in at the Machakos Stadium on Sunday.The match was decided through penalties after the two teams settled for a 2-2 draw during normal regulation and extra time.
"The heroics of goalkeeper Patrick Matasi and a vociferous home support sees Harambee Stars beat Zanzibar 3-2 on post-match penalties to clinch the 2017 CECAFA Senior Challenge Cup. A dramatic, thrilling finale and a great footballing moment for Kenya. Congratulations our boys. You’ve made the country proud," said Ruto who watched the game live at the stadium in Machakos County, alongside Governor Dr Alfred Mutua and other leaders.