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Ulinzi Starlets handed a lifeline in battle for the title against Bullets

Ruth Khasoka (with ball) of Ulinzi Starlets celebrate with teammates after scoring an equalizer against Vihiga Queens FC during their FKF Women Premier League match at Ruaraka Grounds in Nairobi on January 26, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard]

The race to win the 2024-2025 FKF Women's Premier League took a different plot on Monday when title hopefuls Ulinzi Starlets who were handed two points by federation slowed down defending champions Kenya Police Bullets coronation.

Bullets had celebrated winning the title over the weekend despite drawing 0-0 with Vihiga Queens but were slowed down when Ulinzi were handed a lifeline. Bullets had 43 points compared to Ulinzi's 39 with one match left.

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