Mozzart Bet Cup: AFC Leopards, Gor Mahia, and Shabana battle for round of 16 berths

After a thrilling day of action on Saturday with five Mozzart Bet Cup matches, more matches are set to unfold on Sunday.Giants like Gor Mahia, AFC Leopards, and Tusker will all be taking the field, along with defending champions Kakamega Homeboyz and troubled FKF Premier League side Shabana FC.##NAJAVA_MECA_7899754##Eleven games are scheduled across various locations in the country, promising ultimate entertainment for fans.PAC University vs. AFC LeopardsAFC Leopards will aim to put behind their recent off-field issues as they face PAC University in a Mozzart Bet Cup Round of 32 clash at the Police Sacco Grounds on Sunday afternoon.Earlier this week, Ingwe players down tools due to unpaid allowances and skipped a day of training. The issue has been resolved since, and the players have had three uninterrupted days to prepare for the upcoming game.Facing PAC University, a regional league underdog, Ingwe must not underestimate their opponents, as upsets are common in cup competitions. On Saturday, FC Talanta was eliminated by an FKF Division Two side, emphasizing the need for Leopards to remain focused against the university team.Both teams did not feature in the preliminary round. The match is scheduled to kick off at 3:30 p.m.Kenyan international Vincent Harper on target in Exeter City’s draw against FleetwoodDenmark FC vs. Gor MahiaAt the Ukunda Showgrounds in Kwale, league leaders Gor Mahia will strive to avoid any surprises as they take on the relatively unknown Denmark FC in a match expected to draw a sizable crowd.This marks the first encounter between Gor and the Kwale County-based team, with Gor keen on securing a Round of 16 berth.Gor’s coach, Johnathan McKinstry, has cautioned his team against complacency, stressing the unpredictability of cup matches and the necessity for his team to perform at their best to secure advancement.“We are not expecting an easy game; it’s going to be a tough afternoon, especially with the weather. But our boys will be ready for the challenge, and I am confident we will get the job done.”We’ve seen lower league sides causing upsets in the preliminary round like Bandari getting knocked out, which shows what can happen if we’re not focused and treat the game seriously,” the Irish coach emphasized in an interview.Kenyatta comes down heavily on players after suffering cup elimination from fourth tier side Bungoma StarsShalimar FC vs ShabanaAt the Longonot Horticulture Grounds in Naivasha, Shabana FC will aim to put aside their league struggles as they face FKF Division Two club Shalimar FC.Shabana, currently struggling in the league, view a cup victory as a much-needed distraction, potentially boosting their confidence ahead of the relegation battle in the coming weeks.Coach Sammy ‘Pamzo’ Omolo is expected to make tactical changes for this game, prioritizing a strong league performance to secure their top-flight status.Sunday Fixtures

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