Ulinzi Stars and Kenya Police are set to ignite football fireworks as they clash in the highly anticipated Disciplined Forces Derby, marking their first face-off this season.The match will take place at Kinoru Stadium, where football returns after a more than five-year wait, promising an intense battle that will keep fans on the edge of their seats.This Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) fixture headlines Sunday’s action, with both teams eager to make an impact after a slow start to the season. They last played just before the October FIFA international break.🔴𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇𝐃𝐀𝐘⚪️⚽️⚔️ Derby Day! #GBUS pic.twitter.com/3fuu6Q3uTS— Ulinzi Stars FC (@UlinziStarsFC) October 20, 2024 Ulinzi comes into the match after a 1-0 defeat against KCB and will be determined to outshine their rivals. Police, on the other hand, played to a 1-1 draw with Tusker before the break.Ulinzi, also known as the Soldiers, have had a challenging start, failing to secure a win in three of their league matches and managing only a draw so far.Despite recent struggles, midfielder Issa Lumumba believes the international break has given the Soldiers time to strengthen their weaknesses. He remains confident that Ulinzi will go all out for maximum points against their armed forces counterparts.“The players’ morale is high, as seen in our last friendly match. This derby is a big motivation for the team, and we’re positive about getting good results against the Police based on our preparation and tactics,” Lumumba said. He also urged fans to come out in large numbers to support their teams, adding, “People of Meru, we invite you to fill the stadium and cheer us on. We won’t disappoint.”Kenyan duo pick victories in England as Timothy Ouma suffers defeat in SwedenMeanwhile, Kenya Police will be seeking their first win of the season, having only played one game so far, with their league start delayed due to continental commitments.However, they will be without key technical staff, including head coach Salim Babu and video analyst Samuel Thuku, who are on national duty with Kenya’s Under-20 team in Tanzania.Both teams have struggled defensively. Ulinzi has gone seven matches without a clean sheet, while the Police have conceded in each of their last three games. Historically, the Police won one derby last season, with five other encounters ending in draws.##NAJAVA_MECA_8430387##Kariobangi Sharks vs. AFC LeopardsAt Kenyatta Stadium, second-placed Kariobangi Sharks host fourth-placed AFC Leopards, with both teams aiming to build momentum following the international break.Under coach William Muluya, the Sharks remain unbeaten, with three wins and a draw from their opening four matches. They enter the game after a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Kakamega Homeboyz and know that a win will move them level with league leaders KCB.𝐈𝐓’𝐒 𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇𝐃𝐀𝐘We visit Kariobangi Sharks today at Kenyatta Stadium, Machakos in our FKF-PL Matchday 5. 𝙏𝙞𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙄𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣VIP ➡️ 500/=Terraces ➡️ 200/=𝙏𝙞𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙩 𝙋𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙨1. Jeevanjee Gardens 2. Outside Kenyatta Stadium pic.twitter.com/Po4xi5SdkP— AFC Leopards SC (@AFCLeopards) October 20, 2024 Ingwe have enjoyed one of their best starts in recent years, winning three of their four matches. A win against the Sharks would see them leapfrog their opponents into second place.Ingwe also boasts a strong head-to-head record, remaining unbeaten in their last six meetings with the Sharks. The Sharks’ last win against Leopards came in 2022, with goals from Erick Mata, Felix Oluoch, and Julius Masaba securing a 3-1 victory.##NAJAVA_MECA_8430386##Tusker vs. FC TalantaIn an early kickoff at Kenyatta Stadium, FC Talanta, led by Jackline Juma, will face Charles Okere’s Tusker. Both sides are looking to bounce back after 1-1 draws in their last matches, with Tusker drawing against Police before the break.Tusker will be without four key players—Ryan Ogam, James Kibande, Dennis Oguta, and Lawrence Luvanda—due to injury. However, coach Okere remains optimistic.“Although they won’t be available for the next two games, their progress is encouraging, and they should be ready in about two weeks. In the meantime, we have enough squad depth to cover their absence,” Okere said.Kakamega Homeboyz suspend Ken Kenyatta hours after heavy defeat to KCBA win for either team will lift them into the top half of the table.
