June 23, 2024: Top news events to look out for today
By Collins Amanga, June 23, 2024
Here is what you need to know to get up to speed with today’s happenings.
Gor Mahia’s coronation
Gor Mahia are set to be crowned champions this Sunday in Machakos as the 2023/24 season draws to a close.
Having secured their 21st title in round 31, Kogalo have amassed 70 points from 33 matches. They will face Bidco United at Machakos Stadium in their final fixture.
This match will also mark Johnathan McKinstry‘s farewell in the FKF Premier League before he focuses on his new role as head coach of Gambia, a position he signed for in May.
Meanwhile, Tusker FC and Kenya Police have secured second and third place respectively.
Relegation deciders
Attention will also be on the relegation battle, with Nzoia Sugar already relegated. Sofapaka, Muhoroni Youth, and Shabana are vying to avoid the dreaded drop.
Currently, Sofapaka occupy the relegation playoff spot, two points behind Shabana, who are in 15th place with 35 points. Muhoroni Youth are in the perilous 17th place with 31 points.
Sofapaka will host Nzoia Sugar, Muhoroni Youth will face Posta Rangers, and Shabana will go up against Murang’a Seal in their crucial final matches.
Golden Boot Race
The race for the Golden Boot has heated up over recent weeks. John Mark Makwata has pulled himself into contention with 15 goals, just behind leader Benson Omalla with 17 goals and Tito Okello with 16 goals.
Kenya Lionesses’ moment of truth
The Kenya Lionesses will decide their fate this Sunday in Monaco’s World Rugby Sevens Repechage, which will determine the team that heads to the Olympics in July.
The Lionesses had a perfect second day, winning 31-5 against Samoa and securing a 19-17 victory over Argentina in the group-stage matches.
Should the Lionesses win the competition, they will feature in the Olympics for the third time in history.
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