Gor Mahia, Shabana, AFC Leopards headline FKF Premier League  Round 14 marquee matches

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FOOTBALL Gor Mahia, Shabana, AFC Leopards headline FKF Premier League Round 14 marquee matches

Festus Chuma 15:46 - 07.12.2023

In FKF Premier League Week 14, Gor Mahia, Shabana, and AFC Leopards headline intense matches, vying for supremacy and championship glory.

The Football Kenya Federation Premier League continues to ignite football fever across the nation as we head into Week 14, featuring thrilling matchups and high-stakes battles.

Fans can expect an action-packed weekend as the league unfolds over two days, starting on Saturday, December 9, and culminating on Sunday, December 10, 2023.

The stage is set for a scintillating showdown between KCB and Talanta in an early kick-off clash at 1:00 p.m. at the Kasarani Annex. Football enthusiasts can catch all the live action exclusively on Azam TV.

But it is the marquee fixture between Gor Mahia and Nzoia Sugar, hosted at the Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay town, that has captured the imagination of fans and pundits alike.

Gor Mahia, the record Premier League champions, have surged to the summit of the league table following a spectacular victory over Kariobangi Sharks.

With the league nearing to Christmass break, the K'Ogalo faithful eagerly await another triumph that would bring them one step closer to retaining their coveted crown.

Meanwhile, Murang'a Seal, a team once considered solid and lethal, has suffered back-to-back losses, leaving them yearning for redemption.

Seals quest for revival sees them pitted against Ulinzi Stars on their home turf, as they seek to bounce back to their winning ways.

In another Saturday fixture, Nairobi City Stars and Bandari will lock horns at Ruaraka Grounds at 3:15 p.m.

Fans can expect an intense battle as these two teams aim to showcase their skills and secure crucial points in this competitive league.

Sunday promises a thrilling lineup of five matches, with Kakamega Homeboyz going head-to-head against Shabana at Bukhungu Stadium.

The Abana Abeingo will look to capitalize on their home advantage and secure a vital victory to strengthen their position in the title race.

Shabana, on the other hand, is striving to reverse their fortunes in the top flight and relieve the mounting pressure.

Sofapaka and Kariobangi Sharks will collide at Kenyatta Stadium in a matchup that promises fireworks. Both teams are eager to secure a win and improve their standings, making this encounter a must-watch for football aficionados.

Elsewhere, Muhoroni Youth will face off against Police FC in what is expected to be an exciting contest with both sides aiming to secure valuable points.

Posta Rangers, fresh from a defeat against City Stars, faces a stern test against Tusker, with both teams harboring hopes of victory.

The Mailmen are eager to bounce back and regain their winning momentum while also keeping a watchful eye on Gor Mahia's fortunes, hoping for a chance to return to the top spot.

Tusker, on the other hand, seeks to reverse their recent string of poor performances and rekindle their title ambitions. It promises to be a hard-fought match between these determined teams.

AFC Leopards, who recently held Tusker to a goalless draw, have another challenging fixture as they take on Bidco United at Kasarani Main Stadium.

Ingwe will be keen to secure a crucial victory, and their clash with Bidco will serve as a precursor to their upcoming encounter.

In a highly anticipated catch-up match, Bidco United will once again face Tusker at Kasarani on Wednesday, December 13, adding another layer of intrigue to this exciting season.

FKF Premier League Weekend Fixtures

Saturday 9 December, 2023

KCB FC v FC Talanta (Police Sacco, 1pm)-TV

Gor Mahia v Nzoia Sugar FC (Raila Odinga Stadium, 3pm)

Murang’a Seal v Ulinzi Stars (Sportpesa Arena, 3pm)

Nairobi City Stars v Bandari FC (Ruaraka Grounds, 3:15pm)

Sunday 10th December 2023

Kakamega Homeboyz v Shabana FC (Bukhungu Stadium, 3pm)

Sofapaka FC v Kariobangi Sharks (Kenyatta Stadium, Machakos-3pm)

Tusker FC v Posta Rangers (Ruaraka, 3pm)

Muhoroni Youth v Police FC (Muhoroni Stadium, 3pm)

Bidco United v AFC Leopards (MISC Kasarani, 3pm)-TV

Wednesday 13th December 2023

Bidco United v Tusker FC MISC Kasarani, 3pm) 

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