AFC Leopards are gearing up for a crucial clash against Kakamega Homeboyz at Bukhungu Stadium in the FKF-Premier League showdown on Sunday. The encounter is anticipated to be a six-pointer, with both teams vying for valuable points in the league standings.
AFC Leopards have been in stellar form recently, enjoying an impressive run of seven consecutive league games without defeat. Their last loss dates back to December 10, with six wins and a draw in their record since then.
Patrick Odhiambo’s Homeboyz, on the other hand, secured a crucial 2-1 victory over KCB last weekend, propelling them back into contention for the league title. Currently placed seventh with 32 points, they sit comfortably within the title contention bracket, trailing leaders Gor Mahia by 12 points and sitting two points above AFC Leopards.
Despite Homeboyz managing only one win in their last two encounters against Leopards, the upcoming match promises excitement and unpredictability.
Assistant coach Fred Ambani attributes Leopards’ resurgence to hard work and teamwork, expressing confidence in their ability to secure maximum points and climb into the top four of the league standings.
In another high-stakes fixture, reigning champions Gor Mahia will face City Stars on Saturday in a top-of-the-table clash. Gor Mahia aims to bounce back from a two-week slump, which saw them suffer a defeat against Police FC and a goalless draw against Ulinzi Stars.
City Stars, currently in second place and seven points behind the leaders, pose a significant threat to Gor Mahia’s title aspirations, with team captain Philomen Otieno acknowledging the danger they present.
The FKF-Premier League fixtures for the weekend include:
Saturday
- Posta Rangers vs Ulinzi Stars
- Nzoia Sugar vs Bandari
- Murang’a Seal vs Bidco United
- Nairobi City Stars vs Gor Mahia
- Police vs Shabana
Sunday
- Sofapaka vs Muhoroni Youth
- Kariobangi Sharks vs Talanta
- Kakamega Homeboyz vs AFC Leopards
- Tusker vs KCB
These fixtures promise an action-packed weekend of football as teams vie for crucial points in the league standings.
