THE IRON LADIES SEAL HARD-FOUGHT 0–1 AWAY VICTORY DESPITE CONTROVERSY

The Iron Ladies Soccer Club walked off the pitch with a hard-earned 0–1 victory over Gene Queens in a match packed with intensity, character, and controversy. With eight goals ruled out, the scoreboard hardly tells the full story of the dominance on display. What mattered in the end was the spirit, the fight, and the three points secured away from home.

From kick-off, The Iron Ladies imposed their rhythm and pressed with confidence. The team carved chance after chance, forcing errors, stretching the midfield, and pinning the opponents deep into their half. The team’s persistence finally paid off when fullback Florence Shivoko powered in the decisive goal that sealed the victory.

In a match that could easily have ended 0–9 after an unbelievable eight disallowed goals.
Despite the drama, Even as the game demanded resilience, patience, and unwavering discipline, the Ladies handled the pressure with maturity and unity. Despite the disallowed goals, the players never dropped their heads.

the ladies showed character, resilience, and unshakable focus as they secured the vital three points on the road. 💪⚽💙

MATCH SUMMARY

From the first whistle, Iron Ladies dominated possession, controlled the midfield, and pressed the opponents with relentless intensity. The forward line kept Gene Queens under constant pressure, creating chance after chance—many of which were controversially chalked off.

In the 10th minute persistence finally paid off when Iron Ladies broke the deadlock with a clean, decisive finish that stood. From there, the team defended with discipline and composure to claim a well-deserved victory.

REACTION FROM THE TECHNICAL BENCH & PLAYERS

Team Manager Jeff Mudembei

“Today the girls showed heart. Eight disallowed goals can frustrate any team, but they stayed calm, disciplined, and determined. This win is a statement of character, not just talent. We keep moving. his match tested our mentality. We could have scored many, but what matters most is that the team kept belief. A win away from home is always precious. We remain focused on building a stronger, more lethal Iron Ladies squad.”

Head Coach Lemmy Easter

“I am proud of the girls for staying composed even with the frustrations of disallowed goals. We stayed true to our structure, we fought for every ball, and we took our moment. This win is a statement of discipline, teamwork, and character. The performance speaks for itself. We created enough chances to win by a huge margin, but football teaches patience. What matters is that the team trusted the process, stuck to the plan, and delivered. Proud of the courage shown today.”

Captain Faith Chebukwa

“We fought for every ball. It wasn’t easy, but we stayed united. As captain, I’m proud of how everyone responded—no complaints, no loss of focus. Just pure teamwork and belief. We came here for three points, and we delivered them. Every player showed heart today. We’ll correct the finishing, but our spirit and unity carried us through.”

FAN REACTIONS

The Iron Ladies supporters who traveled for the match were full of emotion and praise after the final whistle:

Manuu

“That was a battle! The girls played beautiful football. The win was deserved—no question.”

Linet

“Eight disallowed goals couldn’t stop us. The spirit, the hunger, the teamwork… amazing! Proud to support this team!”

Mourine

“We’ve seen many matches, but this one showed the true Iron Ladies mentality. They refused to be shaken. What a team!”

Goal Scorer – Florence Shivoko

“I saw the space, took my chance, and I’m happy it made the difference. This goal is for the team—we fought together, we won together. More to come.”

Team Welfare Manager Beatrice Chepkosia praised the team’s resilience, saying that the day was a reminder of the character this squad carries. “We faced situations that could frustrate any team, but these girls never stopped believing in themselves. This win is down to discipline, hunger, and unity. I’m proud of them.”

The players emphasized the tactical execution and mental strength that carried the team through the match. “We prepared for a tough game, and even when decisions didn’t go our way, we stuck to our structure. The attitude was perfect. This win is a step forward, and we move with even more confidence toward the next fixture.”

Assistant Captain Viola aka Shosh spoke with the pride of a leader who saw her team refuse to break. “We kept our heads high. We fought for every ball, every phase, every moment. The goal may be one, but the performance was worth more. The squad showed heart today.”

Fans who traveled and those following online celebrated the result with joy and emotion. One longtime fan, Jay, summed up the energy in the stands: “We felt every minute of that game. The fight, the teamwork, the passion—it was powerful. This team is growing. A tough match, but the Iron Ladies showed heart. Florence’s goal lit up the whole crowd!”

Another supporter and former Iron Lady, Habby, expressed admiration for the never-say-die attitude. “Eight disallowed goals? No problem. The girls kept going, and that shows maturity. This win means a lot.”

For Cynthia, the day was about unity between players and supporters. “We are one family. When the team pushes like this, we push with them. Today showed why the badge means something.”

As the dust settles on a dramatic afternoon, The Iron Ladies returned home with the victory secured and their momentum firmly intact. The road win speaks louder than the scoreline: this is a team building something real, something determined, and something bold.

WHAT’S NEXT?

With this crucial win, Iron Ladies continue their positive momentum as preparations shift to the next fixture vs Shabana Starlets away at Kisii County. Confidence is high, the squad is motivated, and fans are fully behind the team as they push forward in the league.

LOOKING AHEAD

With this victory, The Iron Ladies continue their momentum and sharpen their focus on the next fixture. The belief in camp is stronger than ever, and the hunger for wins continues to grow.

💙⚽ Iron sharpens iron.
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