As the FKF Premier League campaign nears its tense conclusion, Mathare United head coach John Kamau has described their midweek clash against AFC Leopards as a “good headache”, a fixture that could either complicate or inch the Slum Boys closer to securing top-flight survival.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more news Mathare United return to action on Wednesday afternoon, determined to bounce back from a narrow but costly 1-0 defeat to Kakamega Homeboyz over the weekend.Shabana FC defend fans after chaos in match against Gor MahiaThe loss left the 2008 Premier League champions teetering on the edge of the relegation scrap, lodged in 10th place on 37 points, just eight points above the drop zone with four matches left.“This is a good headache for us,” the former Thika United head coach remarked ahead of the high-stakes duel.##NAJAVA_MECA_8925197##“Games are coming in thick and fast as we draw closer to the end of the season. We have a stern test against AFC Leopards, which I view as a golden chance to rectify Saturday’s defeat and return to winning ways.”The highly anticipated clash carries added emotional weight for Mathare, who will be eager to avenge the 4-0 defeat suffered at the hands of Ingwe in the reverse fixture last August.Gor Mahia in line for second cup of the season on Madaraka DayThat emphatic loss, coming in their top-flight return, left an indelible mark, and Kamau is hoping his side can respond with purpose.The history between the two clubs has always produced drama and intensity.##NAJAVA_MECA_8925217##In their 32 past meetings, AFC Leopards hold the upper hand with 14 victories, five more than Mathare, adding another layer of challenge to Kamau’s task.The former Posta Rangers head coach, however, is more focused on the bigger picture, securing top-flight status for next season.Benni McCarthy explains decision to take Harambee Stars job over MLS, South AfricaMathare’s challenging run-in includes encounters against AFC Leopards, four-time champions Ulinzi Stars, 2019 Mozzart Bet Cup winners Bandari FC, and basement side Nairobi City Stars. Kamau believes that two wins will be enough to guarantee safety.“We are targeting at least six points from our remaining four matches. I believe two wins will be enough to guarantee our safety and allow us to shift focus towards building for a stronger campaign next season,” he stated.##NAJAVA_MECA_8925883##Wednesday’s encounter will form the second act of a Dandora Stadium doubleheader, with the day’s opening fixture seeing title contenders Tusker FC lock horns with FC Talanta.
