NSL: Migori Youth bounce back after accident in high-stakes South Nyanza Derby

The National Super League (NSL) continues today with seven exciting fixtures across the country. Fans witnessed a dull Saturday as both Muhoroni Youth versus Kisumu All Stars and Naivas versus Kibera Black Stars ended in goalless draws.Sunday’s action kicks off at Raila Odinga Stadium in Homabay, where Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA) hosts Migori Youth in a thrilling South Nyanza derby.Migori Youth returns to the pitch after a two-week hiatus caused by a road accident en route to their match-week seven fixture against Mully Children Family (MCF) in Nairobi.##NAJAVA_MECA_8507015##Following the accident, the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) rescheduled their games against MCF, Mombasa Stars, and Naivas FC to allow the team time to recover.Migori Youth chairman Abdi Aziz Osman shared an update on the squad’s recovery:“We had injuries to five first-team players from the accident, but I am glad to confirm that all but Kelly Otieno have recovered fully. Kelly experienced a minor setback in his recovery but should be available for selection in a week,” Osman told Mozzart Sport.Currently sitting third from the bottom with only one win this season, Migori Youth, now under interim coach Ken Otieno following Laban Gambareko’s departure, will aim for their second victory to climb the table.Migori Youth provide update on accident injuries ahead of MOFA clash on SundayFor MOFA, pressure is mounting on head coach Alfred Chole despite the team’s five-match unbeaten streak.Reports suggest that management is dissatisfied with the team’s playing style, adding tension to today’s derby.A win for MOFA could potentially propel them to the top of the standings, depending on results from other matches.Nairobi United vs. APS BometAt Dandora Stadium, a top-of-table clash pits third-placed Nairobi United against league leaders APS Bomet.The Black Berets, coached by Evans Mafuta, enter the match with a three-game winning streak. Meanwhile, Nairobi United, guided by Edwin Mwaura, has rediscovered form with four unbeaten matches.A win for Nairobi would place them atop the standings.Scout reveals why Kenyan midfielder is linked to Manchester United and BrentfordAPS Bomet’s defense will need to contain Nairobi’s dangerous attacking trio of Ivorian Frank Ouya, Majaliwa Charo, and Isaac Omweri, who have been instrumental in their recent resurgence.SS Assad vs. Fortune Sacco Fifteenth-placed SS Assad hosts second-placed Fortune Sacco at Ukunda Showgrounds.Assad faces an uphill task following the FKF’s decision to nullify their recent draw against APS Bomet due to fielding an ineligible player and awarding all points to Bomet.##NAJAVA_MECA_8502045##Coach Phelix Ogutu is under pressure to reverse the team’s poor form, which has seen them drop from the top three to the lower half of the table.For Fortune Sacco, a victory would keep them in contention with APS Bomet and Nairobi United as title challengers.Weekend plans set#FKFNSL pic.twitter.com/iFRZVwyJbE— FKF NSL (@FKF_NSL) November 15, 2024 In other matches, Vihiga United and Nzoia Sugar will play Nairobi-based teams Darajani Gogo and Samwest Blackboots at Mumias Sports Complex and Vapor Grounds, respectively. Meanwhile, Dimba Patriots will face 3K FC at the Wolves Den.The Mully Children Family vs. Luanda Villa clash has been rescheduled to Wednesday, November 20.

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