AFC Leopards captain Clifton Miheso has labelled tomorrow’s Mozzart Bet Cup semifinal match against Kenya Police FC as crucial for his team, believing it could mark a pivotal moment for the 12-time league champions.Ingwe will face Kenya Police FC at the Police Sacco Grounds, aiming to secure a final ticket to face the winner of the other semifinal game between KCB FC and Kariobangi Sharks FC.##NAJAVA_MECA_8124186##The Cup winner will represent the country in the CAF Confederation Cup next season and receive Ksh. 2 million from the Cup sponsors, Mozzart Bet.Sunday’s meeting between Ingwe and Kenya Police FC comes less than a fortnight after their league match at Dandora Stadium, where Ingwe defeated the law enforcers by a solitary goal, ending their unbeaten run across all competitions in 2024.Both teams lost their last league matches, with Leopards falling 1-0 to Bidco United in Machakos and Police suffering a similar fate against Tusker at their Police Sacco home ground.Miheso, who joined Ingwe from Police FC before the season started, understands the significance of the game for the ten-time Cup winners. “Tomorrow’s semifinal match against Police FC is a pivotal moment for our team this season. We have worked hard to get to this point and need to bring our best game and give everything we’ve got on the field. Every player is fully committed to giving their best performance, and we are ready to face the challenge head-on,” he stated in an interview with the club media.The left-footed forward also highlighted the important role of the club’s fans in pushing the team to perform well.“To our amazing fans, your support means the world to us. Your energy and encouragement drive us forward, especially in critical matches like this one. We need you to stand with us, cheer us, and believe in us as we fight for victory,” he added.From second string to gold: Kevin Omondi’s path to Golden Glove triumphHis sentiments were echoed by left-back Vincent Mahiga, who emphasized the team’s need to end the season with silverware, and to achieve that, they have to overcome Salim Babu’s men on Sunday.“Tomorrow’s match is very important for the entire AFC Leopards fraternity. It is a do-or-die match, a final before the real final. On my part, I urge my fellow teammates to give their all in order for us to move to the next final step closer to winning the trophy, which is our main aim,” he stated.The game will get underway at 3 p.m.
