AFC Leopards vs Shabana tie highlights FKFPL Round 23 fixtures
By Joel Masibo, February 27, 2026AFC Leopards will host Shabana FC on Sunday, March 1, 2026, in a high-stakes Football Kenya Federation Premier League Round 23 clash at Nyayo Stadium, with kickoff set for 4:15 pm, as both sides battle to stay firmly in the title race.
Ingwe hosts Shabana
Ingwe head into the encounter determined to bounce back after suffering a devastating 1-0 defeat to KCB on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Kasarani Stadium. The setback allowed league leaders Gor Mahia to preserve their six-point cushion at the summit of the league standings, leaving second-placed Leopards with little margin for error in the closing stages of the campaign.
Against a resilient Shabana side, coach Fred Ambani will demand a spirited response from his players, especially at Nyayo, where the club enjoys strong fan backing.
Shabana, on the other hand, will be at Nyayo buoyed by an impressive run on the road and the confidence gained from their recent 1-0 victory over Mathare United at the same venue. The Gusii-based outfit has shown remarkable composure away from home this season and will be keen to capitalise on Leopards’ recent stumble.
With both teams level on 40 points, Sunday’s showdown promises to be a fiercely contested affair with significant implications for their title ambitions.
Elsewhere in the round, action gets underway on Saturday, February 28, 2026, when record champions Gor Mahia take on Mathare United at Nyayo Stadium from 4:00 pm. The league leaders will be aiming to extend their advantage at the top against a Mathare side fighting to climb away from the danger zone.
Sunday’s action
Sunday’s packed schedule also features defending champions Kenya Police hosting Bandari at Police Sacco Stadium at 2:00 pm, while Murang’a Seal welcome Posta Rangers to the SportPesa Arena at 3:00 pm.
On Monday, March 2, 2026, Kakamega Homeboyz face APS Bomet at Bukhungu Stadium at 2:00 pm, as Mara Sugar host Sofapaka at Green Stadium in Awendo at the same time. Bidco United will also be in action at Wang’uru Stadium, where they entertain Ulinzi Stars from 2:00 pm, before Kariobangi Sharks square off against Tusker at Police Sacco Stadium at 4:15 pm.
The round concludes on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, with Nairobi United locking horns with KCB at the Ulinzi Sports Complex at 3:00 pm. With the title race, top-four push, and relegation scrap all finely balanced, Round 23 of the FKF Premier League is set to deliver drama, intensity, and decisive moments across the country.