Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Women’s Cup defending champions Ulinzi Starlets are targeting a win when they take on Gusii Starlets in the second edition of the Cup’s round of 32.The Joseph Wambua-coached military side won the inaugural Cup in 2021, beating league champions Vihiga Queens and are keen to defend the title. @Football_Kenya Women’s Cup matches for the weekend pic.twitter.com/38qY83Xs3D— Matheka (@Lynmatheka) March 18, 2023 Wambua, however, maintains that they are taking it one game at a time as opposed to going ahead of themselves and thinking about defending the title. “For now the focus is on getting this win and going into the round of 16 and we have prepared for it. While I have not seen the team play before, I have done my research since as a coach I cannot go in blind and I know how to handle them. Playing in knockout competitions is a different ball game compared to playing in the league so we will be keen to put the match to rest early and avoid a situation where the match is to be decided on post-match penalties,” coach Wambua offered. Muguna the first pro to link up with Harambee Stars ahead of Iran friendlyThe tactician adds that their three-match winning streak in the Women Premier League (WPL) has given the squad morale ahead of the Cup matches. “We are heading to this Cup matches as champions and we will play like one. The players are motivated and want to continue their winning momentum so we will ride on that rhythm,” he added. Ten of the 16 matches in the round of 32 are scheduled for Saturday 18 March across the country with only four top-tier sides in action. ##NAJAVA_MECA_7108275##The other matches involving a premier league side pits Nakuru City Queens against Young Bullets in a match set to be played at Koitalel University in Mosoriot. Kangemi Ladies host Soccer Sisters at Ruaraka while Kayole Starlets welcome Nyahururu-bases Falling Waters at Camp Toyoyo.
