Kariobangi Sharks have been handed a massive boost ahead of the resumption of the Football Kenya Federation following the return of two players from injury.The competition resumes this weekend after a two-week-long break, with all teams expected to play their final first-leg match.##NAJAVA_MECA_7781610##Ahead of their game against debutants Murang’a Seal, Sharks have been boosted by the return of centre-back Ian Karani and attacking midfielder Victor Ngume from lengthy layoffs.“After lengthy layoffs for the better half of the season, Ian Karani and Victor Ngume are back to first-team training and available for selection,” read confirmation from the club.Both players joined the club before the start of the current season, with injuries barring them from contesting for playing time.Miheso tips Leopards to claw Ulinzi Stars on SundayKarani returned to Sharks for a second spell after severing ties with Nzoia Sugar, while Ngume was signed from National Super League outfit Mara Sugar.The two tasted action early in the season but were unfortunate to pick up the injuries, with Karani’s case being the most frustrating one as he had to grapple with the recurring setback.The return of the two will certainly give coach William Muluya options in the game against Seal and the subsequent ones.Conversely, Seal have been hit by injuries ahead of the game, as the duo of Marvin Brian and Robert Mudenyu will miss the tie.The role statistics has played in Nairobi City Stars recent runThe two central defenders will sit out of the duel, leaving the technical bench with limited options in the department.Sharks, who beat FC Talanta 3-0 in their last fixture, will host Murang’a, looking to seal their fifth win of the season.Seal, on the other hand, will be hoping to end their six-game winless streak as well as bag their seventh win in the campaign.
