As we approach the midweek FKF Premier League matches scheduled for Wednesday, anticipation is building across the league following an eventful Matchweek 5.
The fixtures, set to take place at various venues, will feature some thrilling encounters as teams jostle for crucial points early in the season.
KCB FC, who currently top the table with 13 points, will travel to face Gor Mahia at Dandora Stadium. KCB’s confidence is high after a commanding 4-1 win over Kakamega Homeboyz in their last outing.
They remain unbeaten with four wins and a draw, making them favorites to extend their lead. However, Gor Mahia, despite sitting seventh with six points, picked up a morale-boosting 3-0 victory against Posta Rangers last weekend and will be eager to continue their momentum.
Second-placed Kariobangi Sharks, who are just two points behind KCB, face a tricky test against Bidco United at the Sportpesa Arena. Sharks played out a 1-1 draw with AFC Leopards last weekend and will look to return to winning ways.
Bidco, meanwhile, are struggling near the bottom of the table with just three points and are yet to secure a win this season, adding more pressure on them to find a result.
AFC Leopards, currently third with 10 points, will head to Sportpesa Arena to face Murang’a Seal in what promises to be a highly competitive fixture.
Leopards are coming off a draw against Sharks, while Murang’a Seal were held to a goalless draw by Bandari. Murang’a Seal, eighth in the standings, will be desperate to get their second win of the season and climb further up the table.
Tusker FC, in fifth place, will host Ulinzi Stars at Police Sacco Stadium. Tusker had an impressive 3-1 victory over FC Talanta last weekend, and they will look to build on that performance.
Ulinzi, sitting in the relegation playoff spot, are yet to win a game this season, making this a crucial match for them to get their campaign back on track.
Elsewhere, Sofapaka, one of the three teams at the bottom of the table with just two points, will visit Shabana FC at Gusii Stadium. Shabana also struggled last weekend, suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat to Mara Sugar, and will be looking for redemption in front of their home crowd.
With the league still in its early stages, these Matchweek 6 fixtures will be pivotal for teams looking to solidify their positions and for others aiming to turn their fortunes around.
Fans can expect a midweek full of exciting action and potentially season-defining results.
FKF Premier League fixtures for Wednesday
Bidco United vs Kariobangi Sharks – 13:00, Sportpesa Arena
Tusker FC vs Ulinzi Stars – 13:00, Police Sacco Stadium
FC Talanta vs Bandari FC – 14:00, Machakos Stadium
Shabana FC vs Sofapaka FC – 14:00, Gusii Stadium
Kakamega Homeboyz vs Nairobi City Stars – 14:00, Mumias Complex
Mara Sugar vs Posta Rangers – 15:00, Awendo Stadium
Murang’a Seal vs AFC Leopards – 16:00, Sportpesa Arena
Police FC vs Mathare United – 16:00, Police Sacco Stadium
Gor Mahia vs KCB FC – 16:00, Dandora Stadium
