Gor Mahia start title defence against Kibera Soccer as AFC Leopards target Zetech's scalp

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FKF CUP Gor Mahia start title defence against Kibera Soccer as AFC Leopards target Zetech's scalp

Festus Chuma 06:36 - 03.03.2023

K'Ogalo will be in action on Sunday against FKF Division One side Kibera Soccer.

The 2023 Mozzart Bet Cup Round of 32 matches will be staged this weekend, with sixteen matches taking place nationwide.

Gor Mahia are the defending champions and will kick off their title defence against FKF Division One side Kibera Soccer at the Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani on Sunday.

On Saturday, three-time champions Tusker will face Garissa-based outfit Berlin FC at the Kasarani Annex, while last edition's losing finalists, AFC Leopards will face what is sure to be a tough test for Zetech Titans at Kasarani Main Stadium.

Elsewhere, FKF Division One side Rainbow FC will take their first steps in what they hope will be a long and successful campaign when they face National Super League (NSL) side Migori Youth.

In Mumias, Nyota FC will hope to follow in the footsteps of Luanda Villa, who bowed out at the Round of 16 of the last edition of the FKF Cup when they battle Darajani Gogo.

Meanwhile, Ulinzi Stars will be in Kajiado to face NSL outfit Kajiado FC, while Michael Olunga's sponsored MOFA will tackle KCB FC at Gusii Stadium in Kisii.

Lions FC will face a tough opening match at home to Bidco United, while Mwatate United will face fellow NSL outfit Coastal Heroes at Wundanyi Stadium.

Murang'a Seal will look to enjoy their trip to Western Kenya when they face Luanda Villa, while Division Two outfit Shalimar will have an uphill task against Kakamega Homeboyz.

Sunday brings four top-flight clubs against lower league sides, with Sofapaka travelling to Central Kenya to face Karatina Super Stars at the Karatina Stadium while Bandari will face Administration Police away in Yatta.

Kenya Police FC will face Scarlet at the Kasarani Annex. In contrast, Kariobangi Sharks face Marula away at the Longonot Horticulture Grounds, where both will be hoping to spring 'David v Goliath' style upsets.

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2021 semifinalists Equity FC will kick off their bid for another fine run by hosting unheralded Mara Sugar.

After reaching the last four of the previous edition, including booting out 2019 champions Bandari FC in the quarter-finals, a considerable amount of attention is expected to be on Equity as they look to replicate their 2021 exploits.