All eyes on Gusii as Shabana face AFC Leopards in top-flight showdown
It’s all to play for in Kisii, where Shabana FC will be looking to bounce back from two consecutive home defeats.
Kenyan football fans are in for a thrilling midweek as four SportPesa Premier League fixtures take centre stage across the country, headlined by the high-stakes clash between Shabana FC and AFC Leopards at Gusii Stadium.
It’s all to play for in Kisii, where Shabana FC will be looking to bounce back from two consecutive home defeats.
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The “Tore Bobe” faithful have experienced mixed fortunes this season, an encouraging start with wins over APS Bomet and Bandari FC was followed by a draw against Tusker, before slipping to back-to-back losses against Posta Rangers and Mathare United.
AFC Leopards, meanwhile, remain unbeaten in the campaign but have only one win from four matches.
After three consecutive draws against Sofapaka, Posta Rangers, and Bandari, Ingwe found their rhythm last weekend with a 1-0 victory over KCB. The Nairobi giants will now aim to carry that momentum to Kisii and spoil Shabana’s homecoming.
Recent head-to-head history slightly favours Shabana. In five meetings since their return to the top flight in 2023, the Kisii side have claimed two league wins, Leopards one in the Mozzart Bet Cup, with the other two ending in draws.
In Kericho, newcomers APS Bomet will host league leaders Kakamega Homeboyz, hoping to build on their first win of the season, a 2-1 triumph over Kariobangi Sharks that ended a frustrating three-match losing streak.
Homeboyz, who top the table with 10 points from five matches, have made a strong start with three wins, one draw, and a single defeat. This marks the first-ever league meeting between the two sides, promising a fresh and intriguing contest.
At St. Sebastian Park, Tusker FC will be looking to build momentum after finally securing their first win of the campaign, a 1-0 result against Murang’a Seal. The Brewers, known for their consistency, will be keen to rediscover form as they welcome Kariobangi Sharks.
Sharks, reeling from a shock defeat to APS Bomet, will be eager to respond and stay within reach of the early pace-setters.
The day’s action concludes at the Ulinzi Sports Complex, where Ulinzi Stars host Bidco United.
Ulinzi are navigating a turbulent period, having lost two straight matches, a run that led to the departure of head coach Danstun Nyaudo. Interim management will be hoping to spark a turnaround against a Bidco side that has made a steady start to the season.
Bidco have collected consistent points in their opening fixtures and will be looking to extend Ulinzi’s struggles while climbing further up the table.
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