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Police vs Murang’a SEAL: Key stats and players to watch

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Police vs Murang’a SEAL: Key stats and players to watch
Police FC players in training ahead of Murang’a Seal match. PHOTO/https://www.facebook.com/kenyapolicefc

Kenya Police FC will look to extend their impressive home run when they host Murang’a Seal FC in Football Kenya Federation Premier League clash that pits a high-flying side against a struggling opponent on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Police Sacco Stadium.

Coming into the match, Police sit third on the table and boast strong form, having registered three wins and two draws in their last five outings. Their defensive solidity has been key, conceding just 17 goals all season while keeping an impressive 16 clean sheets. At home, Police have been particularly dominant, going unbeaten in their last eight matches.

In contrast, Murang’a Seal FC have endured a difficult run of results. They are currently placed 11th and are winless in their last six matches, including four consecutive defeats. Despite scoring 35 goals this season, defensive frailties have cost them, having conceded an equal number.

Police FC players in training ahead of Murang’a SEAL match. PHOTO/https://www.facebook.com/kenyapolicefc

Head-to-head

Head-to-head statistics also tilt in favour of Police, who have won three of the last five meetings between the two sides, with one draw and just one win for Murang’a Seal.

From a tactical perspective, both teams show similar passing accuracy at 86 per cent, but Kenya Police edge slightly in progressive play efficiency. Murang’a Seal, however, attempt more shots per game (13.6 compared to Police’s 12.9), suggesting they may still pose an attacking threat despite their poor form.

Individual briliance

The clash will also feature a battle between two in-form forwards. Yves Koutiama has been pivotal for Kenya Police, scoring nine goals in 16 matches. His presence in the box is evident, with 71 touches in the opponent’s area and 51 shot attempts, maintaining a 45 per cent accuracy rate.

Joe Waithira of Murang’a Seal wheels away after scoring against Ulinzi Stars. PHOTO/https://web.facebook.com/murangaseal

On the other side, Joseph Waithira has been a standout performer for Murang’a Seal. The striker has netted 15 goals in 28 appearances, registering 72 touches in the opposition box and 62 shots, with a slightly higher accuracy of 47 per cent.

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