The coastal breeze at Mbaraki Sports Club sets the scene for this fascinating encounter between Bandari FC and Shabana FC. This fixture brings together two clubs with rich histories and passionate fan bases, promising an afternoon of intense football.
Match Preview: Bandari FC vs. Shabana FC - Gameweek 2 Showdown
Match Details
Date: Sunday, September 28th
Time: 3:00 PM EAT
Venue: Mbaraki Sports Club, Mombasa
Gameweek 2
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Get ready for a cracking clash in the FKF Premier League as Bandari FC welcomes the newly-promoted Shabana FC to the sunny shores of Mombasa’s Mbaraki Sports Club this Sunday at 3:00 PM EAT. This Gameweek 2 fixture is shaping up to be a real humdinger! Bandari, the "Dockers," are itching to turn their string of draws into a morale-boosting win in front of their passionate home fans. Meanwhile, Shabana, fresh off a dazzling start to their top-flight campaign, are buzzing with confidence and ready to show they’re no one-hit wonder. It’s coastal grit versus highland flair, and this one’s got all the makings of a proper footballing battle!
Home Team: Bandari FC - Desperate for a Spark
Oh, Bandari. The Dockers have been stuck in a rut, drawing their last six matches, including a goalless snooze-fest against Kariobangi Sharks in their season opener. They’re solid at the back, no doubt, but finding the net? That’s been a head-scratcher. Their fans are growing restless, and a home game against a confident Shabana side feels like a make-or-break moment to get their season firing.
Bandari’s Last 5 Matches
| Date | opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 20 | Kariobangi Sharks | 0-0 | Draw |
| Jun 22 | Posta Rangers | 1-1 | Draw |
| Jun 15 | Mathare Utd | 0-0 | Draw |
| May 18 | Afc Leopards | 0-0 | Draw |
| May 14 | Mara Sugar | 0-0 | Draw |
Away Team: Shabana FC - Flying High
Shabana, on the other hand, are absolutely buzzing! They kicked off their Premier League return with a thrilling 4-2 win over APS Bomet, showing they’ve got goals in them and bags of confidence to boot. This newly-promoted side looks like they’re here to cause a stir, and they’ll be licking their lips at the chance to take on a Bandari team that’s struggling to find its groove.
Shabana’s Last 5 Matches
| Date | Opponent | score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21 | APS Bomet | 4-2 | Win |
| Jun 22 | Ulinzi Stars | 1-1 | Draw |
| Jun 15 | Kenya Police | 0-1 | Loss |
| May 18 | Mara Sugar | 0-1 | Loss |
| May 14 | Bidco United | 2-1 | Win |
League Position Battles & Recent Performance
Right now, Shabana are sitting pretty at the top of the table after their opening-week heroics, while Bandari are languishing in 8th, still searching for that elusive first win. This matchup feels like a classic David vs. Goliath tale—Bandari’s experience against Shabana’s fearless momentum. The Dockers need to wake up fast, or Shabana might just run riot again.
These two teams have a bit of history, and it’s been tight as a drum. In their last four meetings, Bandari have edged it with two wins to Shabana’s one, plus a draw thrown in for good measure. But here’s the kicker: the most recent clash on April 6, 2025, saw Shabana storm to a 3-1 victory, a result that’s surely still fresh in both teams’ minds. Expect a tactical chess match with a few fireworks thrown in!
Bandari’s gaffer, Ken Odhiambo, is banking on the Mbaraki faithful to lift his side, but he’s got some headaches to deal with. Key players Dennis Ng’ang’a, Swaleh Pamba, and Beja Nyamawi are all nursing injuries, and it’s touch-and-go whether they’ll be fit for Sunday. If they’re sidelined, it could seriously dent Bandari’s chances.
Shabana, meanwhile, are all smiles. No fresh injuries to worry about, and that 4-2 thrashing of APS Bomet has the squad buzzing. They’re ready to bring their attacking swagger to Mombasa and give Bandari a proper test.
We don’t have the official teamsheets yet, but based on recent games and who’s likely to be fit, here’s how we reckon both sides might line up:
Bandari FC (4-3-3)
2 Alain Ngeleka, 6 Josep Onyango, 12 Rajab Omar, 5 Sharrif Amubwombe, 4 Brian Odera, 8 Said Tsuma, 18 Clifford Otieno, 33 Darius Mnyambo, 20 Nyamawi Beja, 9 Amza Ngamchiya, 19 David Sakwa
Shabana FC (4-3-3)
Maxwell (Gk) ,Mark 80 ,13 Musamali, 15 Okola ,6 George(C), 7 Biron, 11 Omuri, 16 Justin, 24 Austine, 23 Imbali, 10 Michira
This one’s got all the ingredients for a proper scrap. Bandari’s home crowd could give them a lift, but Shabana’s got the wind in their sails after that big opening win. Here’s how we see it breaking down:
-Head-to-Head: It’s been neck-and-neck historically, with Bandari winning two, Shabana one, and one draw in their last four. But Shabana’s 3-1 win in April 2025 gives them a bit of a mental edge going into this one.
-Recent Form: Bandari’s draw-heavy streak (six in a row!) shows they’re tough to break down but toothless up top. Shabana, meanwhile, looked lethal in their 4-2 win last week and will fancy their chances of scoring again.
-Venue: Playing at Mbaraki is a big deal for Bandari. The home support could be the difference-maker in snapping their draw curse.
-Prediction: Shabana Win or Draw. Shabana’s got the momentum, and Bandari’s lack of goals makes a draw or an away win feel like the smart bet.
-Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals. Three of the last four head-to-heads have been low-scoring, and Bandari’s recent games haven’t exactly been goal-fests.
Correct Score Prediction: Bandari 1-1 Shabana.
A draw feels like the safe call, but don’t rule out a sneaky 1-0 or 2-1 for Shabana if they keep their attacking mojo going.
This game’s going to come down to who grabs the early initiative. Bandari will lean on their home crowd and defensive nous to keep things tight, while Shabana will look to keep the goals flowing. Expect a cagey, tactical battle in the midfield with not too many clear chances. We’re calling a hard-fought draw or a narrow Shabana win—either way, it’s going to be a belter!
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