Despite the heartbreak of a narrow Mozzart Bet Cup exit, Shabana FC forward Darius Msagha remains resolute in his ambition to lift the Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) title this season.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsThe Kisii-based club saw their hopes of a cup double dashed after falling 1-0 to 2023 Mozzart Bet Cup winners Kakamega Homeboyz in a Round of 16 clash.Sammy Pamzo banking on Posta’s decent history against AFC Leopards to secure victoryThe defeat ended their cup journey and left only the league title to fight for, a mission Msagha believes is still very much alive.“It’s disappointing to exit the cup, but our eyes are now fully focused on the league. We still have a chance to make history,” Msagha told Mozzart Sport.##NAJAVA_MECA_8867571##“We are confident we can pull off a surprise and win the league, but we must secure maximum points in every remaining match. That’s the most viable route to realising our dream.”Shabana currently sits fourth on the FKFPL table with 40 points, nine adrift of leaders Kenya Police.Match-fixing suspects could soon cost FKF millions in compensationWith the title race entering its decisive phase, every point now carries weight, and Msagha knows there is no margin for error.Buoyed by a remarkable seven-match unbeaten run, the Glamour Boys—popularly known as Tore Bobe—have emerged as one of the most in-form sides in the league.##NAJAVA_MECA_8867626##The forward believes maintaining this form is key to fueling a late charge for the title.“We’re enjoying a good run in the league. The momentum is on our side, and we have to stay consistent right through to the final day,” he added.FKF’s plan to build new headquarters away from KasaraniShabana’s remaining fixtures provide a blend of opportunity and challenge. On paper, encounters with struggling sides Nairobi City Stars, FC Talanta, and Bidco United appear winnable.However, Msagha has identified clashes against direct title rivals Gor Mahia and Kenya Police FC as make-or-break moments in the run-in.##NAJAVA_MECA_8867621##“We still have to face both Gor Mahia and Kenya Police—our main challengers. Winning those matches is crucial if we are to stay in the hunt,” the former Sofapaka and Bandari forward emphasised.The FKFPL resumes this weekend following a brief break for domestic cup ties, with Shabana set to return to action against relegation-threatened FC Talanta on Sunday 20, April.
