On this date, the Kenya rugby XV scored a memorable 36-27 victory of a Spain team that was ranked 10 places ahead of Kenya in the IRB standings.
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Both sets of players line up for anthems
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Spain fans were on hand to witness the proceedings
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The Kenyan backs were relentless in running at Spain who had a torrid time stopping Kenya
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Though outmatched in terms of size, the kenya front 8 met and matched the aggresive Spanish pack
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Centre Jacob Ojee was a handful for the Spaniards throughout the game with his evasive runs. Ojee scored one try
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Jacob Ojee was critical in producing the turning point of the game: As he raced clear, a Spain defender had no ption but to execute a high tackle on Okombe. The Spaniard was sent to the Sin bin. Kenya went from trailing 26-27 to winning 36-27
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Mike Okombe shrugs off a tackle from Mathieu Roca.
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The Spain coach was left befuddled when Kenya took control of the game
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Spain players react after the final whistle was blown
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Players pose for a group photo after the final whistle
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Well done comrads.Let the flag fly,keep up the good job.Try again another day.