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Equity Bank women’s coach Dan Odhiambo hailed his side’s slick passing game and relentless high press after they dismantled Central Bank of Kenya 5-0 on Thursday.
The two teams met during the opener of the Interbank competition on Thursday afternoon at the Kenya School of Monetary Studies.
From the first whistle, Equity seized control, dictating tempo with crisp touches and fluid movement that left their rivals chasing shadows. Central Bank threatened a brief fightback, but their resistance was swept aside by the wave of attacking intent that surged through Odhiambo’s charges.
Odhiambo was pleased with his charges' flying start. "This was a fantastic start to the competition," he stated. He highlighted that their game plan was to maintain possession and press high, which worked out.
"The ladies executed our game plan perfectly. We focused on maintaining possession, pressing high, and capitalising on every opportunity. Their commitment to each other and to the system was truly impressive."
Odhiambo noted that the resounding victory was a testament to the hard work they have been putting in training. "This 5-0 victory isn't just about the scoreline; it's a testament to the hard work they've put in during training and their belief in themselves as a unit. We came here to make a statement, and I believe we did just that."
One of the standout performers was tireless midfielder Elizabeth Namalwa. Speaking after the match, Namalwa was pleased with the team's performance.
"It feels amazing to get such a comprehensive win," Namalwa said. She revealed that the team had expected a tough contest heading into the match.
"We knew Central Bank would be a tough opponent, but we were so focused. From the moment we stepped onto the pitch, there was a real sense of purpose."
"We communicated well, we supported each other, and every single player gave their all. The goals came from great team play, a lot of passing and moving, and just taking our chances when they came. We've been working on our finishing in training, and it really paid off today."
Looking ahead, Namalwa insisted the victory was only the start. "This win gives us a lot of confidence, but we know there's still a long way to go. We're not getting complacent. I'm really looking forward to building on this momentum, continuing to play as a cohesive unit, and hopefully, bringing the trophy home for Equity Bank. We want to show everyone what we're capable of, and this is just the beginning."
