KPL Game Week 8: Key Battles, Shifts in the Table, and Unmissable Action
Game Week 8 of the Kenya Premier League is with us this weekend, November 2nd and 3rd, with seven fixtures scheduled. Two matches have been postponed: Tusker FC vs Bandari FC and Kenya Police vs Posta Rangers.
FC Talanta vs Kariobangi Sharks | Kenyatta Stadium | 1:00 PM EAT | Saturday, 2nd November 2024
FC Talanta takes on Kariobangi Sharks in a showdown at Kenyatta Stadium. After a 2-0 defeat by Mathare United, Talanta will be eager to turn things around. Kariobangi Sharks, currently second on the table, managed a 1-1 draw against Shabana in their last match and will aim for a return to winning form.
With Sharks holding 3 wins, 3 draws, and 1 loss from seven games, they’re in a strong position to challenge Talanta, who are struggling at 15th with 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses. Last season, Sharks claimed a win in their first encounter, while the second leg ended in a 1-1 draw.
Gor Mahia vs Murang’a Seal | Kenyatta Stadium | 4:00 PM EAT | Saturday, 2nd November 2024
Gor Mahia will host Murang’a Seal as they look to recover from their first defeat of the season, a 2-1 loss to Nairobi City Stars. Seals, meanwhile, comes off a morale-boosting 1-0 victory over AFC Leopards.
Currently, Gor Mahia sits 9th with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss from their four games, while Murang’a Seal holds the 7th spot with 2 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses in six games. Their head-to-head record last season saw Gor Mahia win 3-1 after an initial goalless draw.
Sofapaka vs Kakamega Homeboyz | Dandora Stadium | 3:00 PM EAT | Saturday, 2nd November 2024
Sofapaka and Kakamega Homeboyz will clash as both teams aim to capitalize on their recent victories. Sofapaka defeated Shabana 1-0, while Kakamega Homeboyz secured a 2-0 win over Nairobi City Stars.
Kakamega Homeboyz, in 16th place, and Sofapaka in 13th, share the same stats of 1 win, 2 draws, and 3 losses from six games. In their previous encounters, Kakamega Homeboyz took a 5-0 victory in the first leg, while Sofapaka won the second leg 1-0. Head to head both teams are evenly matched with 5 wins each across all meetings, while 7 games ended in draws.
Shabana vs Nairobi City Stars | Gusii Stadium | 2:00 PM EAT | Sunday, 3rd November 2024
Shabana and Nairobi City Stars, both facing a challenging season start, will look to gain vital points. City Stars pulled off an impressive 2-1 victory over Gor Mahia, ending their unbeaten run, while Shabana were held to a 1-1 draw by Kariobangi Sharks.
City Stars, sitting 14th with 1 win, 2 draws, and 3 losses, have struggled, while Shabana is last on the table with 3 draws and 2 losses from five games. Both fixtures between these two teams last season ended in draws, setting up an intense battle at Gusii Stadium.
Mathare United vs KCB | Dandora Stadium | 3:00 PM EAT | Sunday, 3rd November 2024
Mathare United hosts top-of-the-table KCB in a high-stakes match. Mathare’s recent 2-0 win over FC Talanta marked a turning point, while KCB, unbeaten this season, claimed a thrilling 3-2 victory over Tusker.
Mathare ranks 8th with 2 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses from seven games, while KCB leads with 5 wins and 2 draws. Historically, KCB has the upper hand with 8 wins, while Mathare has only won once, four matches ended in draws. The big question remains—can Mathare hand KCB their first loss? KCB will be without on form striker Francis Kahiro, who got a national team call up for the ongoing CHAN qualifiers.
Bidco United vs Mara Sugar | Kenyatta Stadium | 3:00 PM EAT | Sunday, 3rd November 2024
Bidco United will look to build on their recent 1-0 win over Kariobangi Sharks, which marked their first win this season, as they face Mara Sugar, who were held to a 1-1 draw by Posta Rangers.
Mara Sugar holds the 3rd spot with 3 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss while Bidco ranks 11th with 1 win, 3 draws, and 2 losses. Both teams will be eager to secure points in what promises to be a fiercely contested match.
Ulinzi Stars vs AFC Leopards | Kinoru Stadium | 4:00 PM EAT | Sunday, 3rd November 2024
Ulinzi Stars will host AFC Leopards in their quest to build on their first victory of the season against Posta Rangers. AFC Leopards, however, seek redemption after a narrow 1-0 loss to Murang’a Seal.
Currently, Ulinzi is 10th with 1 win, 3 draws, and 2 losses, while AFC Leopards hold 4th place with 3 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses. Last season, Leopards claimed maximum points in both encounters, and they lead the head-to-head tally with 11 wins to Ulinzi’s 6, while 3 matches ended in draws.
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