The FKF Premier League concluded its 29th week on Sunday, with Gor now poised to secure their 21st title in just a week’s time, while the battle to avoid relegation intensifies at the other end of the table.Gor needs only two wins from the remaining five games to virtually secure the title. Kenya Police, Tusker FC, and Bandari will vie for the second position in the standings.##NAJAVA_MECA_8094772##Meanwhile, Nzoia Sugar’s fate seems sealed, while Ulinzi Stars, FC Talanta, Shabana FC, Muhoroni Youth, and Sofapaka are striving to avoid relegation.Here’s what we learned from week 29:Give Johnathan McKinstry his flowers:The Irishman is set to depart Gor once he clinches the club’s 21st title, his second in two seasons. He will assume the role of Gambia’s national team coach.On Saturday, he guided Gor to a hard-fought 1-0 victory over a resilient Shabana FC side in Kisumu to close on the title as they hold a nine-point advantage at the top.Despite dividing opinion during his tenure at Gor Mahia, McKinstry has won over some doubters. Despite challenges such as a transfer ban and a thin squad upon his arrival, he managed to win the league title and nurture emerging talents like Bryson Wagai, Paul Ochuoga, Caleb Omondi, and Joshua Onyango.𝐄𝐗𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐕𝐄 🚨Johnathan McKinstry has been reportedly offered a 2-year contract to become the new Scorpions head coach Gambia 🇬🇲. pic.twitter.com/r6BrRUr2bg— Eric NDAGIJIMANA®️ (@EricNdagije250) May 12, 2024 John Makwata storms the Golden Boot debateThe Kariobangi Sharks striker netted four goals against Sofapaka FC on Saturday, bringing his season tally to 11. He trails Tito Okello and Benson Omala by four goals for the league’s top scorer title, despite joining mid-season.Makwata has scored 14 goals across all competitions since joining William Muluya’s side, and if Sharks maintain their attacking prowess, he could challenge for the top scorer title this season.John Mark Makwata bao la nne #FootballKE pic.twitter.com/EVCjbvumSv— GOD Himself (@CalebOgada) May 12, 2024 Sofapaka are in trouble The 2009 league champions are now serious candidates for relegation after conceding five goals against Sharks on Saturday on Saturday at the Dandora Stadium. They look disjointed and Sharks would have easily bagged double digits in the game if they were more clinical.Batoto ba Mungu’s defensive frailties and lack of goals leave them just above the relegation zone. Without a change in fortune in their upcoming fixtures, Sofapaka could face relegation.Full-time Kariobangi Sharks FC 5-2 Sofapaka FC (John Makwata*4, Steve Bwire/Jacob Onyango, Darius Msagha)#FootballKE pic.twitter.com/6XkuhRJMZb— Ole Teya (@TeyaKevin) May 11, 2024 Talanta struggles without Coach Kenyatta:Since parting ways with the veteran tactician Ken Kenyatta in March, Talanta has struggled under interim coach Jackson Gatheru, managing only one win, a draw, and four defeats. The latest being the 3-0 loss to AFC Leopards on Sunday.Kenyatta may not play the most attractive football, but his ability to get results is evident. Talanta’s upcoming match against relegation rivals Shabana FC could be pivotal for their survival hopes, as a defeat could see them drop into the red zone.Was dismissing Kenyatta the right decision? Time will tell.New week is here with us🙏 | Wishing everyone a fruitful week ahead. The lads will be looking to get 3 crucial points against FC Talanta so get down and show your support 💪Club main partner @bangbet_kenya Sote ni Washindi#ToreBobe#ToreMorero pic.twitter.com/HNqXpWSlcn— Shabana Fc Kenya (@Shabanafckenya) May 13, 2024 Dandora Stadium’s heavy schedule:The stadium hosted numerous matches over the weekend, including a National Super League tie on Friday and FKF Premier League doubleheaders on Saturday and Sunday. With seven more league matches scheduled in the next seven days, there’s concern about overburdening the stadium.Nairobi faces a shortage of stadiums, but efforts should be made to find alternative venues to prevent Dandora Stadium from becoming another Camp Toyoyo.Hiyo Dandora stadium holding 3 league fixtures should be renamed OCHOT ODONG itaisha kuliko kiraka #FootballKE— Daddycool oliseh (@d49e7742cdff454) May 12, 2024
