BETTING GUIDE: Shabana vs Bandari FC, match preview, team news and betting tip
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The head-to-head record favours Shabana slightly in recent meetings. They have won two of the last five encounters, including a 1-0 away win earlier this season. Notably, three of the last five meetings have seen both teams score
Sunday, 1 February, afternoon in Kisii sets the scene for a tightly poised FKF Premier League Round 19 clash as Shabana FC host Bandari FC at Gusii Stadium. Kick-off is at 2:00 PM EAT, with just one point separating the two sides as they continue their push toward the league’s upper positions.
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Beyond the standings, the storyline is sharpened by Bernard Mwalala’s return to Gusii Stadium, this time leading Bandari against his former club.
With the season entering a decisive stretch, the outcome could play a key role in shaping the race for the top six and beyond.
Shabana currently sit third on the league table with 28 points from 18 matches, boasting a solid record of seven wins, seven draws and four defeats.
Their form has been steady rather than explosive, built on balance at both ends of the pitch. Looking at their last five league matches, Shabana have scored eight goals and conceded seven, highlighting a tendency to both score and allow chances. A 3-3 draw away to APS Bomet last time out underlined their attacking intent but also exposed some defensive lapses.
At home, Shabana have been difficult to beat. They have taken points from fixtures against Sofapaka, Gor Mahia and Mara Sugar in recent weeks, and their ability to control games at Gusii Stadium has been key to their league position. While clean sheets have not always been frequent, Shabana usually find a way onto the scoresheet in front of their fans.
Team news for the hosts is largely positive. Austin Odongo, their fox-in-the-box striker, has returned to training after missing the previous match due to personal reasons and is expected to be available.
Defensively, George Onyango could make a long-awaited start after returning from injury and featuring in recent matchday squads.
New signings Brian Olega and Danson Kiprono impressed last time out and may retain their places. The backline is likely to be anchored by Wycliffe Omondi, with James Mazembe also in contention. In midfield, Byron Otieno and Kevin Omundi should provide industry and ball progression, while the attacking threat will come from Brian Michira, Bronson Nsubuga and Ezekiah Omuri.
Bandari arrive in Kisii sitting seventh in the table with 27 points from 18 matches, just one point behind their hosts.
The Dockers are enjoying an excellent run of form, winning four of their last five matches. In that period, Bandari have scored six goals and conceded just two, underlining their growing defensive solidity. Their most recent outing was a narrow but impressive 1-0 win over Kenya Police, further boosting confidence.
Away from home, Bandari have been tough to break down, drawing several matches and keeping scorelines low. Under Bernard Mwalala, they have developed a more compact structure, often staying competitive deep into games before striking at key moments.
Bandari are expected to field a strong and possibly unchanged eleven. Allaine Ngeleka has been reliable in goal, shielded by a settled back four of Rajab Omar, Joseph Ouma, Shariff Majabe and Andrew Ouma.
In midfield, Said Tsuma and Clifford Otieno are set to start, with Geoffrey Ojunga pushing for inclusion after an impactful cameo off the bench last time out.
Out wide, the dangerous Darius Msagha provides pace and penetration, while Naman Balecho offers verticality on the opposite flank. Up front, Amza Ngamchiya could again lead the line, potentially alongside new signing Frank Ouya, who impressed in the previous match.
The main concern is winger Abdallah Hassan, who missed the last squad through injury and remains doubtful.
The head-to-head record favours Shabana slightly in recent meetings. They have won two of the last five encounters, including a 1-0 away win earlier this season, while Bandari have also recorded victories, and draws have been common. Notably, three of the last five meetings have seen both teams score.
Key Betting Pointers;
Shabana have scored in four of their last five matches.
Bandari have found the net in four of their last five matches, with both teams scoring in two of those games.
Three of the last five head-to-head meetings saw goals at both ends.
With Shabana’s consistent home scoring and Bandari’s strong away structure and attacking options, this fixture shapes up as a competitive and open contest. Both sides carry enough attacking quality to trouble the other, while recent trends point toward goals at both ends.
Prediction; Both Teams to Score – Yes
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