The curtains for the second edition of the Elite Preseason Cup will draw to a close Friday afternoon as Bidco United face off against Kariobangi Sharks in a tasty finale at the Kasarani Annex Grounds.The 3PM EAT kickoff will present either side -still unbeaten throughout the one week group phase – a chance to lift the first piece of silverware as preparations for the upcoming season get underway.Matchday⚽| Bidco United Vs Kariobangi Sharks🏟️|Kasarani Annex⌚|3pm Entry is FREE #ElitePreseasonCup pic.twitter.com/1StzU9k2Xd— Kariobangi Sharks FC (@k_sharksfc) August 11, 2023 In terms of unbleached runs, Bidco United have had quite a decent run leading to the finals after winning both ties in Group B and without conceding a goal.Anthony Akhulia’s side began with a 1-0 win over Nairobi City Stars before dispatching newly promoted NSL side Rainbow FC 2-0 courtesy of goals from new signings Martin Nderitu and Chris Ochieng to take top spot.CS Ababu Namwamba officially flags off Kenyan team to World Athletics ChampionshipsKariobangi Sharks on the other hand, had their work cut out as they took part in three games, winning all and just conceding once.The only goal they let in came on the opening day against Posta Rangers in a 2-1 win and despite being asked to play on three back to back days, registered 2-0 wins over Kajiado and Sofapaka FC.##NAJAVA_MECA_7417790##The William Muluya coached side will however in the final be missing the services of defender Ghai Panchol, who was sent off in a bust up with Jacob Panoam in the Sofapaka match.Seeking to follow in the name of Kenya Police – the inaugural Elite Preseason Cup winners – victory for either side will psychologically impact both sides, as the clock to the new season continues to tick.
