Title Race Heats Up as Tusker FC Chase Top Spot After Kenya Police Defeat
MACHAKOS, Kenya.
Tusker FC are on the brink of reclaiming the top position in the FKF Premier League table as they prepare to face Nairobi City Stars in a pivotal match at Kenyatta Stadium. This opportunity comes hot on the heels of Kenya Police FC's surprise 1-0 defeat to Ulinzi Stars on Friday, which blew the title race wide open.
Currently second with 48 points from 26 matches, the brewers trail Police by just one point and could surge to the summit with a win in their Sunday afternoon clash.
Police Stumble Opens Door for Tusker’s Title Ambitions
Kenya Police FC's hopes of extending their lead were dashed when Boniface Muchiri netted in the 46th minute for Ulinzi Stars, handing the leaders their fourth loss of the season. The result not only halted Police’s momentum but also gave Tusker FC renewed confidence heading into their game in hand.
Despite registering three draws in their last five outings, Tusker remain strong contenders for the title. A win against City Stars would boost their tally to 51 points and reignite dreams of securing their first league title since 2022.
Tough Fixtures Ahead for the Brewers
While Tusker appear well-positioned, their title chase is far from over. With eight games left in the season, they face a tricky fixture list that includes clashes with AFC Leopards, Sofapaka, Mathare United, and Kakamega Homeboyz—teams known to play spoiler in high-stakes encounters.
Coach Robert Matano will need his side firing on all cylinders if they are to maintain their edge in what promises to be one of the most tightly contested finishes in recent FKF Premier League history.
Gor Mahia Drop Points, Slip to Third in the Standings
Meanwhile, Gor Mahia's title hopes took a hit after they were held to a 1-1 draw by Sofapaka on Saturday at Dandora Stadium. Joshua Onyango had given K’Ogalo the lead in the 67th minute with a clinical header from an Austine Odhiambo set-piece. Gor dominated for large portions of the match but were undone by a late defensive lapse.
Sofapaka’s Douglas Koech capitalized on a well-threaded pass from Edward Omondi to level the score, leaving Gor Mahia third in the table with 47 points—two behind Police and one behind Tusker.
As the FKF Premier League heads into its final stretch, every point counts. With Tusker, Police, and Gor Mahia separated by just two points, the title race is alive and full of suspense.
