Speaking after the match, Lakers goalkeeper Millicent Adhiambo credited team work for the win
"We dug deep today. We never gave up despite the pressure of defending an early lead and our endurance came into play today as we sealed the win with a late goal," said the national team goalkeeper.
In Kakamega, Western Jaguars stretched their lead at the top of the men's Premier League to six points after thrashing Greensharks 3-0 at Eregi Teachers Training College grounds.
The win also saw the Jaguars stretch their unbeaten run to eight matches (six wins and two draws) and take their points tally to 20, six ahead of second placed Kenya Police.