This archive report was first published on 9 October 2019.
Published on October 9, 2019, AFC Leopards chairman Dan Shikanda has issued a warning to arch-rival Gor Mahia, stating that they are going for nothing short of at least 72 points to snatch the KPL title from their stronghold.
Shikanda, a former player for both Leopards and Gor Mahia, is confident that his team can be consistent enough to finish top of the log.
Leopards have so far registered three wins, drawn, and lost, while Gor Mahia won last season's title on 72 points after 21 wins, 9 draws, and 4 defeats.
Shikanda has also urged fans to flock to Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani on October 18 after the international break to psyche the boys when they take on Western Stima.
“I want to call upon fans to rally behind the team as we focus on maximum points in the next fixture,” Shikanda said.
“We are targeting 72 plus points this season which will enable us to be in a better position to be crowned champions,” he added.
Leopards were awarded three points and two goals after Sony Sugar failed to honour their fixture on Saturday at Green Stadium in Awendo, demanding to be paid their salary arrears.
The three points catapulted them into second position on 10 points, two behind defending champions Gor Mahia.
Leopards’ players resumed training on Wednesday under the tutelage of head coach Casa Mbungo after a two-day break.
Shikanda has also noted that they are doing all within their powers to motivate the playing unit with a debt of close to Sh12m in salary arrears and sign-on fees for new players yet to be paid.
