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FKF Cup: AFC Leopards, Ulinzi Stars name squad for 3rd place match

FKF Cup: AFC Leopards, Ulinzi Stars name squad for 3rd place match
AFC Leopards captain Eugene Mukangula leaves the pitch after being substituted during a league match against Kenya Police. PHOTO/ RODGERS NDEGWA
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AFC Leopards and Ulinzi Stars have unveiled their respective squads for the FKF Cup third-place playoff, set to take place at the Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani at 12:00 PM.

AFC Leopards, led by coach Tom Juma, have selected Lewis Opiyo as their goalkeeper.

AFC Leopards defence

The defensive lineup comprises Collins Shivachi, Washington Munene, Tedian Esilaba, and Maxwell Otieno.

In midfield, they have Mousa Oundo, Eugene Mukangula, and Victor Omune. The attacking trio consists of Cliff Nyakeya, Peter Thiongo, and Jaffari Owiti.

Kevin Okumu of KCB FC (R) is fouled by AFC Leopards duo of Jafari Owiti (below) and Cliff Nyakeya during their FKF-PL match at the Kasarani Stadium, Nairobi on February 26 2023. PHOTO/ RODGERS NDEGWA
Kevin Okumu of KCB FC (R) is fouled by AFC Leopards duo of Jafari Owiti (below) and Cliff Nyakeya during their FKF-PL match at the Kasarani Stadium, Nairobi on February 26 2023. PHOTO/ RODGERS NDEGWA

Meanwhile, Ulinzi Stars have also named their squad for the match. Ulinzi Stars have James Saruni in goal they have named key names such as Boniface Muchiri, Elvis Nandwa in their squad.

The match holds significance for both teams as they aim to finish the season on a positive note. The winner of the playoff will secure a prize of Ksh 750,000, while the losing team will receive Ksh 250,000 as a consolation.

Ulinzi Stars squad to face AFC Leopards. PHOTO/Ulinzi Stars/ Facebook.
Ulinzi Stars squad to face AFC Leopards. PHOTO/Ulinzi Stars/ Facebook.

For football enthusiasts planning to attend the match, regular section tickets are priced at Ksh 200, while VIP section tickets are priced at Ksh 500.

FKF has designated Gate 12 and Gate 19 as the points of sale for ticket purchases, ensuring a smooth ticketing process for fans.

FKF Cup coverage

In addition to the option of live attendance, the FKF has also confirmed that the final match will be televised live on KBC (Kenya Broadcasting Corporation) and streamed on the Mozzart Bet Cup Facebook page.

This allows fans who are unable to physically attend the match to still catch all the action and experience the thrill of the games from the comfort of their own homes.

AFC Leopards squad:

.32. Opiyo Levis, 11. Thiong’o Peter, 22. Shivachi Collins, 3. Munene Washington, 4. Esilaba Tedian, 6. Oundo Mousa, 19. Mukangula Eugene, 10. Nyakeya Cliff, 33. Omune Victor, 21. Otieno Maxwell, 7. Owiti Jaffari

Subs: 16. Mulili Maxwell, 28. Njite Zachary, 24. Mukhekhe Boniface, 15. Mudenyu Robert

13. Mbithi Eric, 20. Sunguti Dan, 23. Lukhumwa Giovanni, 8. Wanyama Brian, 14. Ojo Olaniyi

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