Ulinzi Starlets’ head coach Joseph Wambua has underscored the pivotal nature of their match against Kenya Police, noting that it is a “must-win” affair if they are to keep the Kenya Women Premier League (KWPL) title dream alive.
“It’s going to be a tough match but we are mentally prepared. Big games are won through tactics and strategy. I know both Ulinzi and Police are good but we have nothing to fear,” he noted.
“Police are our small sisters. However, we respect them as they are a good team,” emphasised Wambua, exuding confidence in running over their opponents.
Acknowledging the absence of key player Diana Shakava due to injury, Wambua expressed faith in the depth of his squad, affirming: “We have capable players to step in her shoes as she still won’t be fit to play.”
Kenya Police Bullets currently lead the table with 34 points from 14 matches. The law enforcers are still unbeaten having won 10 matches and drawn four. Ulinzi Starlets are next on the log with 29 points from the same number of matches with eight wins, five draws and a loss.
Vihiga are third with 20 points from 13 matches with eight wins, four draws and a loss. Kibera close the top four places with 24 points after 14 matches. They have won seven, drawn three and lost four.
Wambua called on their fans to turn up in large numbers and support the team despite a hike in ticket prices.
Reflecting on their previous encounter against Vihiga Queens, where they suffered a 2-1 defeat amid allegations of poor officiating, Wambua rallied his squad, declaring them fit and ready to take down Police.
Kibera Girls face Nakuru City Queens at Wolves Den on Saturday and Soccer Assassins confront Bunyore Starlets FC at Mumboha on Sunday. Bungoma Queens will lock horns with Zetech Sparks at Sang’alo Institute on Sunday.
