As the curtain falls on the 2024/25 Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) season, the title race appears all but concluded with Kenya Police FC needing just a solitary point to seal their maiden top-flight crown.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More News However, the real drama unfolds at the opposite end of the table, where seven teams are entangled in a tense and unforgiving relegation battle.Mozzart Sport breaks down the precarious survival permutations as the league enters its penultimate matchweek, with each team’s fate hanging by a thread##NAJAVA_MECA_8976962##Kariobangi Sharks – 36 Points (12th)After a season of inconsistency, Kariobangi Sharks sit 12th on 36 points.William Muluya’s side, known for their spirited football, face a stern test against Tusker at the Ruaraka Grounds on Sunday.A victory will guarantee their FKF-PL status next season. However, anything less would leave them needing a final-day triumph to avoid a nervous finale.FC Talanta – 35 Points (13th)For a fourth straight season, FC Talanta find themselves flirting dangerously with relegation.Jackline Juma’s charges, placed 13th with 35 points, confront a resurgent AFC Leopards side.Victory would likely ensure safety irrespective of other results, but a defeat would set up a do-or-die showdown against Murang’a Seal on the final day.Tactics talk: Kenya Police vs Shabana- who holds the edge?Mara Sugar – 35 Points (14th)Mara Sugar’s fairytale entry into the top flight has turned into a survival scrap following a dismal run of form.Now 14th with 35 points, they face relegation rivals Murang’a Seal at Awendo Green Stadium—a venue where Mara has traditionally been formidable.A win here would secure their stay in the top division, making the final matchday less consequential.Posta Rangers – 34 Points (15th)Posta Rangers’ campaign has been a shadow of their previous season, marred by financial instability and inconsistent performances.##NAJAVA_MECA_8976950##With just 34 points in 15th place, Sammy ‘Pamzo’ Omollo’s men must overcome Sofapaka this weekend to remain in the fight.A win keeps hopes alive, but anything less leaves them dangerously close to the drop.Murang’a Seal – 33 Points (16th)After narrowly escaping relegation in their debut season, Murang’a Seal find themselves back in familiar territory.With 33 points, their clash against Mara Sugar is a must-win encounter.Failure to collect maximum points could be catastrophic, especially if relegation rivals Bidco United and Nairobi City Stars pick up wins.Zico eyes MozzartBet Cup glory as Gor Mahia gears up for penultimate league clashBidco United – 32 Points (17th)A mainstay in the top flight since promotion, Bidco United now face the grim reality of relegation.Just one point above bottom-placed Nairobi City Stars, Bidco must secure victory in their next outing to stay in contention.A loss could confirm their demotion depending on other results.NSL: Playoff race heats up as Fortune Sacco, Naivas and Gogo face decisive testsNairobi City Stars – 31 Points (18th)For Nairobi City Stars, the situation is dire. Rooted at the bottom with 31 points, their survival hinges on winning against KCB while hoping for favourable results elsewhere.##NAJAVA_MECA_8977551##Nine years later since their last relegation in 2016, Salim Babu’s men must win all the remaining matches and hope on fortune to pull off a miraculous escape.Defeat against the Bankers will seal their fate and a return to NSL league for the second time.
