The National Super League (NSL) continues today after an exhilarating encounter on Friday where Mathare United bolstered their promotion hopes with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Vihiga Bullets.Other promotion favorites Naivas FC face relegation-battling Mulembe United at Mumias Complex, with both teams aiming for a positive outcome.Naivas vs MulembeNaivas, nicknamed “The Retailers,” will be seeking to complete a double over Mulembe United, having won the first leg 3-0. However, Edward Manoah’s side will look to exploit Naivas’ current inconsistent form. Under the guidance of Collins Omondi, Naivas has struggled recently, securing only one win in their last eight matches. This poor run has seen them drop from the top of the table to third place. With only five matches left, Naivas will be keen to avoid losing further ground in the race for top-flight promotion.##NAJAVA_MECA_8136613##In contrast, Mulembe United has bounced back from their early season struggles, winning three of their last four games. This resurgence has lifted them from the bottom of the table to sixteenth place. A win today will move them closer to safety, needing just two more victories to secure another season in the second tier.MCF vs GusiiEleventh-placed Mully Children Family (MCF) will host relegation-threatened Gusii at Kenyatta Stadium. Vincent Nyaberi’s side is determined to continue their impressive run.Initially, there were concerns that Gusii would not travel for the match. However, club chairman Paul Mayieko confirmed to Mozzart Sport that they are in Nairobi and ready to compete. Gusii, who recently overhauled their technical bench, have won only one of their last ten matches, suffering six defeats. They will be eager to reverse this poor form against an MCF side unbeaten in six games. A win for MCF could propel them into the top ten, displacing Dimba Patriots, Migori Youth, and Mombasa Stars. For Gusii, a victory would lift them to 18th place in their survival battle. Compel SC eyes seasoned players for NSL promotion bidMigori Youth vs Silibwet LeonsMigori Youth’s pursuit of a top ten finish continues as they host bottom-placed Silibwet Leons at Migori Stadium. Coach Sammy Okoth has turned around Migori’s fortunes, with the team losing only once in their last five games. In stark contrast, Silibwet’s coach Jeff Mutai has yet to secure a win since his return, with the club enduring a seven-game winless streak. Their last victory was in April when they shocked Rainbow 2-0 at Silibwet Green Stadium.Other matchesKibera Black Stars will visit Mombasa Elite at Serani Sports Complex in a match that promises to be a thrilling encounter, with Elite desperate to avoid relegation.At Ildamat Stadium, Kajiado will take on Dimba Patriots.
