Nairobi United have made the long trip to face 15th-placed Mombasa United at Serani Sports Club, fully aware that only maximum points will reclaim their spot at the top of the National Super League (NSL) standings.APS Bomet currently sit at the summit after beating Naivas 2-0 at Bomet IAAF Stadium on Saturday, opening a two-point gap over the city boys.Since the turn of the year, Nairobi have been in sparkling form, winning five of their last six matches under the guidance of former Nairobi City Stars head coach Nicholas Muyoti.##NAJAVA_MECA_8744385##Their victims in this impressive run include promotion-chasing side Darajani Gogo, Migori Youth, and Mully Children’s Family (MCF).However, their last match — a 0-0 stalemate with Kisumu All Stars — saw them drop to second on 41 points, two behind Bomet.They now face a tricky Mombasa United side fighting for survival.Under head coach Hamadi Saidi, Mombasa are unbeaten in their last three games — a run that includes a 1-0 win over Migori Youth, a 1-1 draw with MuhoroniYouth, and a solid 2-0 victory over Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA).Historically, however, the coastal side has struggled against Nairobi United, losing all of their last three meetings.Ambrose Rachier announces bid to extend his Gor Mahia chairmanship to 21 yearsNairobi thrashed them 5-0 at Dandora Stadium in the first leg, having previously edged them 3-2 and 2-1 in last season’s home and away fixtures.For Mombasa United, three points could lift them as high as 11th — depending on other results — and further ease their relegation worries.##NAJAVA_MECA_8744375##3K FC vs. Samwest Blackboots (HOHA)At Moi Stadium in Embu, National Super League (NSL) debutants Harvest of Hope (HOHA) — now competing under the name Samwest Blackboots — will face 3K FC.HOHA acquired Blackboot’s NSL slot just two weeks ago, though league rules prevent a mid-season name change, forcing them to compete under the inherited identity until the season ends.The Busia-based side wasted no time in the transfer market, raiding Luanda Villa for seven players, including captain Clinton Migono and vice-captain Timothy Ndayala.They also brought in eight players from Samwest’s squad, along with coach Andreas Ongwae, who joins an expanded technical bench led by Gilbert Selebwa and Kanuli Rix.FKFPL: Shabana welcome Homeboyz as Murang’a Seal and Mathare United battle for survivalTheir debut will not be an easy one as they face a determined 3K side eager to bounce back after a 2-1 defeat to Vihiga United.3K have won three of their last five games, beating Mombasa Stars 3-1 and SS Assad 2-1, while also earning a walkover win against Darajani Gogo. They also held leaders APS Bomet to a 1-1 draw, showing their resilience against top sides.To address defensive frailties, 3K signed goalkeeper Daniel Maina from Fortune Sacco. However, they lost Lucas Ascose to Fortune Sacco and striker Oscar Juma to Shabana.A win for Samwest Blackboots would be a crucial step in their survival fight, as they sit 16th with 23 points. Victory for 3K, meanwhile, could push them closer to the top five.##NAJAVA_MECA_8745665##Luanda Villa vs. MOFAAt Mumboha Stadium, 11th-placed Luanda Villa host sixth-placed MOFA in a clash both sides are desperate to win.Since Leonard Saleh took charge at the start of the year, Villa have managed just one victory — a 2-0 win over struggling MOFA.That victory came after a string of poor results, including a 1-1 draw with Dimba Patriots and four consecutive losses: 2-0 to APS Bomet, 3-2 to Nzoia Sugar, 2-1 to Naivas, and 2-1 to Nairobi United.MOFA, on the other hand, are winless in their last three matches, drawing 1-1 with both Nzoia Sugar and Fortune Sacco before falling 2-0 to Mombasa United.A look into 3 of Benni McCarthy backroom staff at Harambee StarsDespite bolstering their squad heavily in January, MOFA’s form has dipped, leaving them at risk of losing touch with the promotion race.Internal management wrangles and off-pitch distractions have not helped their cause either.With both sides under increasing pressure from their fans, who have become more vocal about the teams’ inconsistent performances, this game offers a perfect chance for either to steady their ship.National Super League Sunday Fixtures 3K Fc Vs Samwest Blackboots – Moi Stadium (3pm)Migori Youth Vs MCF Fc – Migori Stadium (3pm)Fortune Sacco Vs Vihiga United – Kianyagi Stadium (3pm)Mombasa United Vs Nairobi United – Serani Sports Complex (3pm)Luanda Villa Vs MOFA Fc… pic.twitter.com/cuijoLyt2S— Brian Odhiambo (@Odhiambo_Brian1) March 2, 2025 Elsewhere, at General Kassam Grounds, Fortune Sacco will host Vihiga United, while MCF travel to Migori Youth for the final game of the day.
