KPL paves way for GOtv Shield Cup this weekend

Kenyan Premier League will take a break to pave way for GOtv Shield round of 16 matches this weekend.

Defending champions Tusker will have a relatively weaker assignment against National Super League side Butterfly while Ushuru will entertain Premier league outfit Kakamega Homeboyz.

The other races to the quarters will see Bandari, who edged out Gor Mahia in a dramatic shootout at Thika Sub County Stadium, square it out against Nakumatt FC.

Newly appointed AFC Leopards coach, Robert Matano, will face his former employers when Ingwe takes on Bidco United. Sony Sugar, who knocked out Ulinzi Stars by a solitary goal, will welcome fellow cane cutters, Nzoia Sugar as Sofapaka takes on fellow premier league side, Kariobangi Sharks.

Wazito edged out KCB to book a date with Eldoret side, GFE 105 while Savannah Cement will face Eldoret Youth in last 16.