Shabana and Ulinzi Stars are set to return to action this afternoon in an FKF Premier League clash after a month-long hiatus from club football.This match is one of three league games scheduled for Sunday. Both teams were out of action in last weekend’s matches.Shabana were to face Kenya Police FC, who had a CAF Confederation Cup match against Zamalek SC, while Ulinzi had a fixture against Gor Mahia, who were also engaged in a CAF Champions League tie with Al Ahly of Egypt.##NAJAVA_MECA_8356735##So far this season, both teams have played just one league match. Ulinzi suffered a 1-0 defeat to Murang’a Seal FC on the opening day at their Lang’ata home, while Shabana secured a point on the road with a 1-1 draw against Bidco United.Last season was one of the most disappointing for Ulinzi in their history, but they managed to defeat Shabana both home and away.They triumphed 4-0 at the Ulinzi Sports Complex and followed up with a 1-0 victory on the road, completing their only double of the season.With a largely revamped squad, they will be eager to claim their first win of the campaign.AFC Leopards winger confirms move to Serbian clubUnder the guidance of veteran coach Dunstan Nyaudo, who returned mid-season, Ulinzi has undergone significant changes, bringing in new talent to rejuvenate an aging squad.Nyaudo will be looking for a strong performance from his new lineup as Shabana and their vocal supporters visit.Brace for Francis Kahiro as KCB thumps Posta Rangers to maintain unbeaten runShabana has also seen a transformation, introducing 15 new players while releasing a similar number. Coach Sammy ‘Pamzo’ Omolo has added experienced players like Darius Msagha, Cliff Nyakeya, James Mazembe, Steve Ochieng, Nicholas Meja, and Elvis Osok, hoping they can inspire the team to avoid another heavy defeat in Lang’ata.Last Saturday, Shabana played a friendly against NSL side Dimba Patriots to maintain match fitness, and Omolo expressed optimism about the positives observed in that match. “It was a good game to regain our match fitness ahead of next week’s clash with Ulinzi Stars FC. We hadn’t played any friendly matches since our last league game against Bidco United, but I saw several encouraging aspects to build on,” Omolo noted.“Dimba is a solid opponent with a strong team, and they competed well, which is exactly the kind of challenge we need in preparation for league matches.”Tusker vs Kakamega HomeboyzIn another league fixture on Sunday, Tusker FC will host Kakamega Homeboyz at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos. Both teams are looking to secure maximum points after disappointing results in their last weekend matchesFormer Gor Mahia target aiming to clinch University Games world title with Kenyatta UniversityTusker squandered a 2-0 lead, ultimately losing 3-2 to Kariobangi Sharks, while Homeboyz managed only a 0-0 draw against Mathare United. Tusker has one win this season after a 1-0 victory over Sofapaka FC on match day one, whereas Homeboyz are still seeking their first win, following a loss to Mara Sugar and a draw against Mathare.Kariobangi Sharks vs Murang’a SealAt Dandora Stadium, Kariobangi Sharks will face Murang’a Seal in what promises to be an exciting match. Sharks recently made a stunning comeback from two goals down to defeat Tusker FC 3-2, while Murang’a Seal lost 2-0 to KCB FC. Both teams have one win each this season and will be eager to secure all three points in what is expected to be a closely contested encounter.Sunday Fixtures2.20 Ulinzi Stars 3.05 Shabana 3.351.70 Tusker 3.45 Kakamega Homeboyz 4.901.90 Kariobangi Sharks 3.30 Murang’a Seal 4.00**Odds are subject to change**
