Four-time Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKF-PL) champions Ulinzi Stars will attempt to secure their first league victory of the season against Posta Rangers at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos on Sunday afternoon.Ulinzi has endured a challenging start, remaining winless and sitting second-bottom in the 18-team table with three points from five games. So far, they have drawn three matches and lost two.Following a midweek draw against Tusker, Coach Dunstan Nyaudo hinted at increased roles for promising youngsters, including Brian Kafero and striker Hillay Juma, both of whom impressed during the recent match.##NAJAVA_MECA_8445527##However, Ulinzi will face the Mailmen without key players Captain Boniface Muchiri and midfielder Issa Lumumba, both on national duty with Harambee Stars.Coach Nyaudo is likely to rely on youth graduates, with Bildad Abonga, Kafero, and Okello Emilio set for advanced roles after their debuts on Wednesday.“Simiyu has impressed me,” Nyaudo said. “He managed the defenders well and played effectively alongside other strikers. Moving forward, I will give him more opportunities to develop.”Musa tips Harambee Stars to beat South Sudan despite limited preparation timeNyaudo also expressed confidence in Kafero, a former top scorer at the youth level: “He’s been a key player since his youth days in Chapa Dimba. I promoted him because I have great belief in his potential.”Engin Firat admits Harambee Stars are ill prepared for CHAN qualifier against South SudanPosta Rangers, under Bernard Kawinza’s guidance, are eager to secure their second win of the season, with their sole victory coming against AFC Leopards.Despite recent struggles, they hold a strong record over Ulinzi, having won the last three encounters.Ulinzi’s last league win over Posta came in 2022 when Hillary Simiyu’s goal clinched the game.##NAJAVA_MECA_8445528##A win for Ulinzi would lift them out of the relegation zone to eleventh place, while victory for Posta would propel them into the league’s top half.Kickoff is scheduled for 1600 hrs.
