Murang’a Seal is determined to narrow the gap between them and current league leaders Shabana as they prepare to face Migori Youth in a National Super League (NSL) match this afternoon at the St Sebastien Park in Murang’a.A potential victory for Seal would help them close the three-point difference between themselves and Shabana, who will not be participating in a midweek match.Seal has maintained an unbeaten streak in their last 11 league matches, with their most recent result being a resounding 5-0 triumph over Vihiga United at St Sebastian Park on Sunday 21 May 21.On the other hand, Migori Youth has extended their unbeaten run in the league to five matches, securing a convincing 3-0 win over Naivas FC on Saturday 20 May. Currently sitting in third place on the standings, tjhe team has accumulated 47 points from 24 matches played this season.Murang’a Seal, with 51 points, albeit having played an extra game, remains optimistic about their prospects in the remaining seven fixtures. Coach Vincent Nyaberi expressed confidence in his team’s ability to perform well, stating, “All our remaining matches are like finals. We want to win all of them and qualify for the Kenya Premier League. We want to lift the NSL trophy. The boys are psyched up.” In their recent away matches this season, Migori Youth has garnered ten points from their last five encounters. Their most recent away result was a 1-0 victory over Mwatate United on Monday 15 May.##NAJAVA_MECA_7277191##In terms of head-to-head statistics, Murang’a Seal and Migori Youth have faced each other in six league matches, with Seal claiming three wins and the other three matches resulting in draws.The two teams previously met in the league this season, settling for a goalless draw in a match played on Wednesday, January 25 at Migori Stadium.MCF FC vs Darajani GogoIn a separate fixture, Darajani Gogo will be facing MCF FC at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos.Following their recent 1-0 home defeat against Mara Sugar, David Mahira’s MCF will be eager for a victory in their upcoming game.German legend buys a club in GhanaMCF has accumulated 32 points from 24 matches this season, with their last home win occurring two weeks ago when they defeated Mombasa Elite 2-1.With aspirations of breaking into the top eight, MCF poses a significant threat to Gogo’s playoff ambitions.Striker Joshua Ratemo will be absent for the hosts due to a suspension resulting from accumulating four yellow cards. However, there is positive news as midfielder Robert Mutua returns after missing the last game due to injury.Currently sitting in sixth place with 38 points, Darajani Gogo understands that a win would propel them above Gusii FC, who currently occupies the fifth position.The upcoming match between MCF and Darajani Gogo will be their second encounter in the league, with the initial game ending in a goalless draw at Camp Toyoyo on Wednesday 25 January.
