Posta Rangers is gearing up to intensify the title race as they prepare to face Ulinzi Stars at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in a highly anticipated Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) clash this afternoon. The Mailmen, currently holding the fourth position in the league standings with 26 points, are determined to rebound from a recent three-match winless streak as they head into the Christmas break. Despite the hiccup, their overall season performance reflects resilience, boasting seven wins, three losses, and five draws in their last 15 matches.Their adversaries, Gor Mahia, occupy the top spot with 31 points, setting the stage for a thrilling title race. Meanwhile, Ulinzi Stars, currently placed 12th on the league table with 17 points from 15 games, are motivated to improve their position. Their recent form, including three losses, two draws, and one win in the last five matches, adds an element of unpredictability to the upcoming clash. Hosting Rangers at home, Ulinzi Stars see an opportunity to secure maximum points and climb the league table.FKFPL: Murang’a Seal frustrate AFC Leopards as Muhoroni, Tusker pick vital winsThe key player to watch is Ulinzi Stars’ primary goal-scorer, Boniface Muchiri, who has netted six goals in the league and holds the potential to inspire the Soldiers to victory over Posta. The head-to-head history between the two teams, with 15 clashes resulting in four Ulinzi wins, three Posta victories, and eight draws, adds an extra layer of intrigue to the impending battle.In addition to the Posta Rangers versus Ulinzi Stars clash, Thursday’s fixtures feature three other compelling matchups. Second-placed KCB welcomes bottom-placed Nzoia Sugar to Police Sacco Stadium, aiming to extend their unbeaten streak to seven matches. Nzoia Sugar, struggling with defensive issues, faces a daunting task against the confident KCB side.CONFIRMED: Kenya U20 star heading to Sweden for trialsMeanwhile, FC Talanta squares off against Kariobangi Sharks at Machakos Stadium. Talanta, coming off a defeat against Gor Mahia and a four-game winless streak, faces increased scrutiny. Kariobangi Sharks, having recorded just three wins in their last 15 matches, enter the game after a draw against Bidco United and a sequence of conceding goals in three consecutive away matches.FKF PREMIER LEAGUE – WEEK 16Wednesday Results Tusker 1 Kenya Police 0/ Fabaian Adikinyi 90+3/Murang’a Seal 1 AFC Leopards 1/Victor Omune 26, Samuel Semo 32/Muhoroni Youth 1 Sofapaka 0/Tarik Babu 6/Thursday Fixtures1.57 KCB 3.45 Nzoia Sugar 6.502.00 Bidco United 3.05 Shabana 3.902.85 Ulinzi Stars 2.95 Posta Rangers 2.552.10 FC Talanta 3.05 Kariobangi Sharks 3.60*Odds are subject to change
