Former Super 8 League champions Kawangware United will renew their rivalry with familiar foes Meltah Kabiria FC in a local derby showdown on Sunday 17 March at Riruta BP Stadium.

Dubbed Dagoretti Derby, the rivals from Kabiria and Kawangware neighbourhoods once again level up against each other in a fixture that is never shy of fireworks and goalmouth action.

With both sides enjoying a huge fan-base in Dagoretti, fans are expected to throng the venue as the two clubs fight for the regions bragging rights.

A false start for Francis Thairu-coached Kawangware saw them open 2019 campaign on a wrong note as they lay bottom of the 16- team log after a 3-0 defeat to new boys Lebanon FC.

For sure, Kawangware, who finished 5th last season, will be eager to get their season up and running with a win over Meltah.

Kawangware have not forgotten that painful 1-0 lose to Kabiria in the return leg last season following a 0-0 draw in the first tie and revenge is in the offing.

Kabiria’s 3-1 defeat to champions Jericho All-Stars in the opening day saw them occupy 14th place and will also be keen for their first three points as they seek to improve on their 9th place finish last season.

Elsewhere, after a perfect start on their debut appearance, newcomers Lebanon FC will be keen to stay at the top of the log when they face Rongai All-Stars at Nakeel grounds.

TUK FC welcome Team Umeme at Kabete Cavs grounds hoping to put behind their 1-2 defeat to Rongai as they take another shot at the title this season.

Following their 1-0 defeat to rookies Shauri Moyo Sportiff, Makadara Junior League SC who took bronze last season face a tricky test when they invite debutants and Super 8 Div 1 champs Githurai All-Stars in a tie that looks explosive.

Mathare Flames, formerly Zamalek FC go head to head with Dagoretti Former Players FC at Drive Inn grounds while Huruma Kona welcome Metro Sports at Huruma grounds.

Full fixtures

Saturday

Jericho All Stars VS MASA

Sunday

Meltah Kabiria vs Kawangware United

Makadara Junior League SA VS Githurai All Stars

TUK VS Team

Shauri Moyo Sportif VS NYSA

Rongai All Stars VS Lebanon FC

Mathare Flames VS Dagoretti Former Players FC

Huruma Kona VS Metro Sports FC

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