Naivas FC will head into Wednesday’s decisive Promotion/Relegation Playoff return leg against Posta Rangers with renewed focus, after identifying four crucial areas that require urgent improvement in their quest for a historic FKF Premier League (FKFPL) promotion.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsThe National Super League (NSL) side suffered a demoralising 2-0 defeat in the first leg, staged last weekend, where Posta Rangers forward Felix Oluoch netted twice in the second half to hand the Mailmen a firm advantage.Gor Mahia intensify pursuit for Harambee Stars goalkeeperWith everything now riding on the return fixture in Murang’a on Wednesday, 2 July, Naivas must overturn a two-goal deficit to keep their promotion dreams alive.It is a tall order requiring them to score at least three goals without conceding, but one they are determined to confront head-on.##NAJAVA_MECA_8997001##Speaking to Mozzart Sport, Naivas forward Karisa Ponda revealed that the team has pinpointed four crucial areas to address ahead of the return leg, notably defensive stability, attacking decisiveness, mental strength, and in-game concentration.“We were short of four main things—defensive organisation, attacking bravery, mental strength, and concentration, which cost us the first leg,” admitted Ponda, a former Sofapaka striker.Omala’s younger brother opens up on their conversation before Mozzart Bet Cup final“Heading into the return match, we are working on tightening our defence, being clinical in front of goal, and more importantly, improving our mental resilience and concentration.”Ponda acknowledged the significant edge now held by Posta Rangers due to their top-flight experience and the two-goal cushion. However, he maintained that Naivas still has everything to play for.##NAJAVA_MECA_8997002##“Yes, Rangers have an advantage. But in football, anything is possible. We have seen some unbelievable comebacks in recent years. The belief is still alive in the camp, and we are going to give it our very best.”For Naivas, a win on Wednesday—by a margin that swings the aggregate score in their favour—would see them secure FKFPL promotion for the first time in the club’s history. Angry Gor Mahia fans demand Zico’s sacking after Mozzart Bet Cup defeatAnything short of that would condemn them to yet another season in the second tier and a second successive playoff heartbreak.
