A fortnight ago, Sammy “Pamzo” Omollo thought that his introductory stages as Shabana’s head coach had been tough – given his tough run of fixtures – but as the season turns to the homestretch and of course with the gauntlet easing, the tone has changed to indicate urgency.Still rooted in 17th place in the league, Omollo believes that all it’ll take for a revival for the returnees will be a run of back to back wins that will push them clear of the relegation zone.Friday afternoon offers a first of 11 opportunities for his side to turn their disgruntled state – on and off the pitch – as they face Bernard Mwalala’s KCB, also on a slide of their own.##NAJAVA_MECA_7937635##In KCB, Shabana might look at this fixture as one they have to take points from, as bar a Mozzart Bet Cup against a Division One opponent in recent weeks, the Bankers are winless in their last eight fixtures and down to 10th after a promising start to the season.The last meeting between the two sides in December ended in a 1-1 draw, spurring more belief into Tore Bobe, who off the pitch are all out in protest.Aggrieved Shabana fans plan KCB bout boycottMozzart Sport on Thursday reported that Shabana FC fans plan to boycott the clash at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos over what they term as ‘exploitation’ owing to KCB’s announcement that matchday tickets will inflate to Ksh. 500 (regular) and Ksh. 1000 (VIP).In the event that happens as planned, another plot twist in what could be a pivotal game for the visitors, who will need all necessary support.For Omollo, the task is clear, as he indicated this week: “We are not safe, and I have told the players that we have to do something about it. We need to get back-to-back wins; two wins will get us off the foot of the table, and we have to keep trying.”What is ailing Shabana?Match kicks off at 1500 EAT.FKF PREMIER LEAGUE – MATCHWEEK 24Friday1500: (1.63) KCB (3.45) Shabana (5.60)Saturday1300: Nairobi City Stars vs Bidco United1500: Bandari vs Gor Mahia1600: Sofapaka vs Murang’a SealSunday1300: Posta Rangers vs Kariobangi Sharks1500: Kakamega Homeboyz vs Ulinzi Stars1500: Nzoia Sugar vs FC Talanta1500: Tusker vs AFC Leopards1600: Kenya Police vs Muhoroni Youth
