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Shabana FC welcome Kenya Police FC to Gusii Stadium on Saturday for a high-stakes Mozzart Bet Cup quarter-final, with both sides chasing a place in the semi-finals of one of Kenya’s most competitive knockout tournaments.

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Shabana enter the clash in strong form, having gone unbeaten throughout their cup campaign. Their run has showcased both attacking quality and growing tactical discipline, making them one of the tournament’s standout performers.
They opened with a composed 2-0 win over Commons FC before producing a statement display in the Round of 32, thrashing Muhoroni Youth 5-2 at Gusii Stadium. Brian Michira was the star of that encounter, scoring a hat-trick as Shabana exposed defensive weaknesses with pace and precision.
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Their Round of 16 fixture against Kuta Collection FC required a different approach, but Shabana demonstrated maturity by grinding out a disciplined 1-0 away victory at Wang’uru Stadium.
Across the campaign, they have conceded just two goals, reflecting improved defensive organisation alongside their attacking threat.
Head coach Andrew Ongwae believes the quarter-final will test his side’s mentality as much as their football.
“We are not coming into this match hoping for miracles—we are coming in prepared, focused, and ready to fight for every single moment on that pitch,” Ongwae said.
He stressed the need for discipline and patience against an experienced opponent.
“This game will demand intelligence. We must stay compact, stay patient, and trust the structure we have built over time.”
Captain George ‘Dizzo’ Onyango described the tie as a defining moment for the squad.
“This is not just another match for us. It is a defining moment, and every player understands what is at stake,” Onyango said.
He added that emotional control would be critical in a knockout setting.
“The biggest battle is not just physical—it is mental. We must stay calm, even when the pressure rises.”
Kenya Police FC, meanwhile, arrive with confidence of their own and the benefit of experience in high-pressure matches.
Defender Dan Sakari expects a close contest shaped by small details.
“We understand exactly what kind of match this will be. It will not be easy, it will not be open—it will be decided by details,” Sakari said.
He acknowledged Shabana’s attacking strength but backed Police’s organisation.
“They are dangerous in attack, especially at home, but we are organised, we are experienced, and we know how to manage these moments.”