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Baraza on how Balaji FC surprised Sofapaka FC in FKF Shield Cup

Sofapaka head coach John Baraza states he did not expect to see Balaji FC play an open game against his charges in the FKF Shield Cup.

After a goalless draw in regular time, Batoto ba Mungu won the shootout 5-4 to advance to the Round of 16. The former Kenya international says the third-tier side was determined to get into the next round from the way they were playing and their consistency throughout the game.

"[The match] was a tight one; I never expected it from Balaji, it was a great game," Baraza told Goal.