This archive report was first published on 27 July 2021.
With just six matches left in the Football Kenya Federation Premier League, KCB coach Zedekiah Otieno has downplayed his side's title chances, saying it is for Tusker to lose.
Speaking after their 3-0 win over Kariobangi Sharks on Sunday, Otieno said the leaders have the advantage over them, citing their previous loss to Tusker in the battle for the 2021/22 Caf Champions League slot.
"You can remember on June 30 when FKF were supposed to name the Caf Champions League representative, we had an advantage of two matches, but we drew against Kakamega Homeboyz and even though we beat Nzoia Sugar thereafter, Tusker beat Ulinzi Stars to clinch the slot," said Otieno.
On the other hand, Mathare United's coach Frank Ouna is confident that the 2008 champions will survive the axe, despite remaining rock-bottom of the 17-team league.
Tusker, who have previously lifted the title 11 times, are at the helm of the log on 55 points from 26 matches, while KCB, who are chasing their maiden league crown, are second with 54 points from the same number of matches.
Both teams have tough run-ins as the season heads to its conclusion, with KCB set to face Posta Rangers, Western Stima, Gor Mahia, Vihiga United, AFC Leopards and Nairobi City Stars, while Tusker face Nairobi City Stars, Bandari, Sofapaka, Kakamega Homeboyz, Nzoia Sugar and Bidco United.
