The FKF Cup Round of 32 is set to deliver a thrilling weekend of football, with defending champions Kenya Police eager to continue their title defense. They will face Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA) at the Jomo Kenyatta Mamboleo Stadium in Kisumu. Kenya Police, fresh off a 3-0 victory over Superior Hotel, will look to maintain their momentum. In that match, Mohammed Bajaber stole the show by scoring twice, with David Irishura also finding the back of the net.
Kenya Police are managed by Etienne Ndayiragije, who is hoping to get his side back on track after a dip in form. The team has struggled recently, with two losses and a draw in their last three league matches, which brought an end to their impressive 13-match unbeaten streak. With a renewed focus on the FKF Cup, they will be looking to regain their winning touch and continue their quest to defend the prestigious title.
MOFA, on the other hand, is a National Super League (NSL) side that has impressed in the competition so far. They secured a dominant 4-0 win over Shalima in the Round of 64, showing their quality and resilience. However, their league form has been less consistent, with just one win in their last five matches, alongside two draws and two losses. Like Kenya Police, they will be aiming for a morale-boosting result that could turn their season around and help them continue their cup run.
In another exciting encounter at the same venue, AFC Leopards will take on Mara Sugar in a match that promises plenty of drama. Leopards, under the management of Fred Ambani, are currently in good form, having gone unbeaten in their last five league matches, with two wins and three draws. They will look to build on this solid form and advance further in the competition after a routine 3-1 win over Nyanza-based Division Two side Dero FC in the preliminary round.
Mara Sugar, though, cannot be underestimated. The NSL side is coming off a strong 2-0 victory over Webuye Sportiff and will be looking to cause an upset. With both teams keen to progress in the FKF Cup, this match promises to be one of the most exciting of the Round of 32.
Elsewhere, Tusker FC will face Nairobi United at Dandora Stadium in a matchup between two Premier League sides. Tusker has had a mixed run of results recently, with their only win in the last five matches coming in the FKF Cup, where they triumphed 2-1 over Gucha Youth. The Brewers, coached by Charles Okere, will be aiming to bounce back from their recent disappointments and secure a win to boost their confidence.
Other key fixtures in the Round of 32 include KCB taking on HOHA FC at Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret, Bandari facing Al-Azizia FC at Mbaraki Sports Club in Mombasa, and Kariobangi Sharks hosting Zetech Titans at Dandora Stadium in Nairobi. These matches will feature a thrilling mix of top-tier clubs and lower-league sides, creating an exciting atmosphere as teams battle for glory.
The FKF Cup promises to be a weekend full of action, with each team eager to lift the prestigious trophy and make a statement. With a mixture of established Premier League teams and hungry lower-league sides, the tournament continues to provide entertainment and surprises as the road to the final unfolds. The Round of 32 matches offer a great chance for clubs to turn their fortunes around and showcase their potential on the national stage.
