Kenya Premier League champions Gor Mahia and FKF Cup Champions Tusker have landed in rwanda for the CECAFA Kagame Cup matches that kicks off tonight.
Leading in pool A is Gor and will take on Rwandan giants APR FC at Amahoro Stadium.
Newly appointed captain Sylvester Owino echoed his coach’s sentiments, insisting the Rayon Sports friendly had provided valuable insight despite the result.
Tonight’s clash marks the first competitive meeting between the two sides since December 2020, when Gor Mahia defeated APR 3-1 in Nairobi to secure a 4-3 aggregate victory in the CAF Champions League preliminary round, having lost the first leg 2-1 in Kigali.
Tusker intend to use as preparation for their return to the continental stage next season.
Tusker were invited to replace Sudanese side Al Merriekh, who withdrew from the competition, handing the Kenyan outfit an opportunity to test themselves against some of the region’s strongest teams.
Tusker open their Group ‘C’ campaign against Sudanese giants Al-Hilal Omdurman on Sunday at Amahoro Stadium
Beyond preparing for the continental campaign, Tusker are targeting a deep run in the regional competition
After facing Al-Hilal Omdurman on Sunday, the Brewers will take on hosts Rayon Sport on Wednesday at Kigali Pele Stadium before concluding their group-stage fixtures against Zanzibar’s KVZ SC on Saturday, August 1, at the same venue.
Only the three group winners and the best second-placed team across the three groups will advance for the semi-finals