Kakamega Homeboyz team manager Boniface Imbenzi has attributed the club’s failure to mount a serious FKF Premier League title challenge to the absence of home support, following the closure of Bukhungu Stadium and a packed schedule on the tail end of the season.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsThe team has been forced to host its home matches at the Mumias Sports Complex, a move Imbenzi believes has significantly affected their performance.##NAJAVA_MECA_8954433##The team endured a slow start to the season, prompting the dismissal of head coach Ken Kenyatta. His replacement, Francis Baraza, managed to stabilise the side and guide them to fourth place on the table with 54 points—seven behind league leaders Kenya Police FC—with only two matches left.Though officially out of the title race, Imbenzi insists Homeboyz could have been genuine contenders had they played their home matches at Bukhungu Stadium.He pointed out that despite a strong away record, the lack of a true home atmosphere held them back. Notably, the team has lost just once at “home” this season—to Kariobangi Sharks.Seven big names overlooked in Harambee Stars squad for Chad friendly“We’ve won more away matches this season than in previous years. Even without Bukhungu, we’ve done our best in Mumias,” Imbenzi told Citizen Digital.He further highlighted the impact of a packed schedule towards the end of the season.“We had to play three games in seven days towards the end, and that was tough on the players. Despite the fatigue, we still managed to put in strong performances,” he added.South African sprinter ‘fearless’ about Omanyala’s challenge at Kip Keino ClassicWith the title now out of reach, Homeboyz are aiming to finish the season on a high. Their final two fixtures are against relegation-threatened Bidco United and title outsiders Tusker FC.“We believe both matches are winnable,” Imbenzi said. “Our goal is to finish strong. Ending on a high will boost our morale and help us plan better for next season.”He also acknowledged the stakes for their upcoming opponents but made it clear that Homeboyz would not be offering any favours.“We know Bidco are fighting for survival and Tusker still have a slim chance at the title, but we’re not here to sympathise. We’re going all out to win both games,” he affirmed.AFC Leopards coach asks for fan security ahead of Mashemeji Derby in “hostile place”
