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Kipkirui 'just saw the ball coming and went for it' - Gor Mahia striker reacts after scoring winner vs APR

Gor Mahia forward Nicholas Kipkirui is still overwhelmed after scoring the goal that took the Kenyan champions to the next phase of the Caf Champions League.

K'Ogalo won the game 3-1 at Nyayo Stadium to advance with a 4-3 aggregate win.

On Saturday, Samuel Onyango scored for the home team in the first half before substitute Keddy Nsanzimfura equalized for the visitors in the 81st minute. It seemed APR were cruising to the next stage but Sydney Ochieng' and Kipkirui struck late to win the tie for the Kenyan champions.

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"I still don't believe I played a crucial role to help my team qualify to the next stage; I am overwhelmed," the excited Kipkirui told Goal on Sunday.