SportPesa League action continues over the weekend as resurgent Shabana FC prepares to host Tusker FC at the Gusii Stadium on Saturday from 2pm EAT.
This Gameweek 21 fixture carries massive implications for both teams with both sides currently experiencing vastly different trajectories in their respective campaigns.
Tusker will be under new head Coach Julien Mette who is expected to start his tenure in the atmosphere in Kisii expected to be electric.
Shabana FC vs Tusker FC preview
The pressure is squarely on the visitors to prove they can still compete with the league’s rising powers especially after change of leadership in the technical bench.
Shabana enters this match as one of the most in-form teams in the top flight, currently placed in fourth place with 34 points from 20 matches.
Tore Bobe have transformed into genuine title contenders riding a wave of momentum that includes a five-match unbeaten run.
Tusker FC, by contrast, is navigating a turbulent period of transition that has seen them slip to 9th place on the log with 28 points. The Brewers are reeling from a disappointing 3-1 defeat to Mathare United, a result that punctuated a defensive crisis where they have conceded 11 goals in their last five matches.
Having recently overhauled their technical bench, the Ruaraka-based side is desperate for a new manager bounce to steady a ship that has looked fragile in recent weeks.
Shabana is expected to lead with their dangerous new signing Batshi Assis, who made an immediate impact by scoring on his debut. He will likely be supported by the returning Keith Imbali and Byron Otieno in midfield.
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Tusker has made three new international signings in the mid season window integrating goalkeeper Pavelh Ndzila left back Servel Akouala and striker Selasie Bless Akai into the squad. The trio could make their debuts in the Match against Tore Bobe.
Speaking ahead of the clash, Shabana FC head coach Peter Okidi has called on his players to play like champions if they want to challenge for the SportPesa League title this season.
“We have to be honest with ourselves. If we want to talk about the title, then we must start playing like champions. These are the kinds of matches we must win. We cannot afford to relax or lose concentration when we are in control.”
Tusker FC newly appointed coach Julien Mette view on inconsistency.
” I have followed the team’s recent matches, and it is clear we have been inconsistent. My first task is to restore a winning identity. We are ninth, which is not where a club like Tusker belongs.
The last five meetings have seen Shabana claim two victories,Tusker have won just one while the other two have ended in draws.
For the hosts, a victory could see them level on points with AFC Leopards in second place and keep the pressure on league leaders Gor Mahia.
For Tusker, three points are essential not just for the standings, but to restore the pride of a club accustomed to sitting at the pinnacle of Kenyan football and to start Julien Mette’s reign in perfect form.