Ulinzi Stars captain James Saruni has warned the Kenya Police players to brace themselves for a beating when the two rekindle their football rivalry on Saturday.The two clubs are expected to clash at the Police Sacco Stadium in a Mozzart Bet Cup round of 16 tie that will see the winner advance to the last eight.##NAJAVA_MECA_7142324##Inside the football circles, the game is christened as ‘Afande Derby’ and therefore, besides the team hunting for a win, they strive to secure bragging rights.Previous meetings between the two from the time Police were elevated to the top division have been ending in draws but Saruni says Saturday’s game is theirs to lose.Bandari coach praises new signingPolice were promoted to the top flight in September 2021 after edging Vihiga United in the playoff.“We are going for nothing short of a win. They are our brothers in football in life as well as job-wise. It will not be easy for them at all. We have drawn them a couple of times in the league but Saturday’s game is a must-win for us,” he said.Saruni, just like his Police counterpart Musa Mohammed, urged fans to fill in the stadium and back the teams. The seasoned goalkeeper further, called on Kenyans to develop a culture of supporting local football from the stands.Shafiq Kagimu reveals what attracted him to Gor MahiaMeanwhile, Ulinzi dangerman Hillary Simiyu has promised to shoot past the Police goalkeeper several times and inspire his side to a comfortable win.The marksman regretted that he had managed to hurt the Police in the past meetings but promised to score against them.“It will not be an easy game as no team wants to bow in a derby. I really want to score in this fixture and see the team sail to the next round,” said the former Nzoia Sugarman.
