Red-hot KCB focused on Ulinzi scalp

KCB FC Head Coach Patrick ‘Luwowo’ Odhiambo is expecting his side to maintain their winning streak when they face Ulinzi Stars at the Police Sacco Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

The bankers are off to a flying start in the new season, having won two of their last three matches.

In the opening weekend of the 2024/2025 Kenya Premier League, the team shared spoils with Kariobangi Sharks before seeing off Murang’a SEAL 2-0 on their home turf.

Last weekend, KCB extended their impressive run after defeating Posta Rangers 2-0.

Speaking during a training session at KCB Leadership, Karen and Patrick Odhiambo termed Ulinzi as a “strong opponent who will give them a good run for their money.”

“We are rectifying where we went wrong in the last fixture. The boys are in high spirits; the more you score goals, the more confidence in the squad.

“They are expressing themselves more in training, and I hope that we will continue this way.”

The tactician is expected to start Farouk Shikhalo, Kevin Okumu, Haniff Wesonga, Lameck Oloo and Herit Mungai in the backline, while Dennis Maruti, Maurice Ojwang and Farraj Ominde are set to control the midfield.

Joshua Nyatini, Francis Kahiro and Patrick Odhiambo are also likely to feature in the attack for KCB.

“If we are to compete we need to keep this momentum going. I think it is critical for us to put in more effort. Our approach is to continue working hard to grab the maximum points. We respect each and every opponent.

“We are tackling one opponent at a time; our focus is on Ulinzi. Lameck Oloo has settled in well in the defense; we welcomed him well, so right now, he is enjoying his game,” noted Goalkeeper Farouk Shikhalo.

The goalkeeper has been instrumental in pivoting the team to top performance since the beginning of the season. He has not conceded any goal, and his coach believes he will continue maintaining the same tempo.