Nairobi United Eye Shock Win Over Top-Chasing AFC Leopards in KPL Showdown
The rescheduled fixture, set for 3 PM, marks the first-ever top-flight encounter between the two sides. AFC Leopards will be aiming to reclaim the top spot they lost following a 1-0 defeat to Kakamega Homeboyz last Sunday
By : Mweru Mbugua
Nairobi United FC are brimming with confidence ahead of today’s highly anticipated Kenya Premier League clash against AFC Leopards at Nyayo National Stadium
The rescheduled fixture, set for 3 PM, marks the first-ever top-flight encounter between the two sides. AFC Leopards will be aiming to reclaim the top spot they lost following a 1-0 defeat to Kakamega Homeboyz last Sunday
Former champions Gor Mahia took advantage of AFC Leopards’ slip to move back to the top of the table, securing a 4-1 win over Kariobangi Sharks on Tuesday
Gor now lead with 26 points after 13 matches, two points above Kakamega Homeboyz, while AFC Leopards sit third on 24 points after 14 matches
Nairobi United captain John Otieno acknowledged the challenge posed by the well-supported Leopards but expressed optimism
“It’s going to be a big game. AFC Leopards have a massive following, but we have confidence in ourselves. We take it one match at a time, and we’re aiming to secure maximum points,” Otieno said
He added that success would come from both defense and attack working as a unit: “To score, we must defend well, and to defend well, we must attack as a team. That’s how we’ll get the scoreline we want”
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Midfielder Shami Mwinyi highlighted the team’s sharpness and momentum. “Our strikers have been very sharp, and we hope that continues in the next game
It will be a tough match because they are wounded but still a strong team. Our squad is focused, and everyone is committed to positive results,” he said
Nairobi United comes into the match after a 3-1 away win over Shabana FC at Gusii Stadium last Sunday, extending their unbeaten run to three league games. The victory lifted them to ninth place with 19 points, seven behind Gor Mahia
Fans may also see new signings John Njuguna, Roy Okal, and Mustapha Kiiza make their debuts following successful mid-season transfers
Wednesday’s fixture promises high intensity as Nairobi United aims to continue their impressive maiden league run and challenge the league leaders
