Vihiga Queens are under mounting pressure to secure a victory in their upcoming Kenya Women's Premier League (KWPL) fixture against Trinity Starlets to revive their championship ambitions. The four-time league winners have seen their title chase hampered by a recent string of draws, most notably a 0-0 stalemate away to Zetech Sparks on Saturday, November 15, 2025. This result, coupled with another recent draw, has left them trailing the reigning champions and current league leaders, Police Bullets FC, who maintain a perfect record after five matches.

As of Monday, November 17, 2025, the FKF Women Premier League standings show Police Bullets firmly at the top with 15 points from five consecutive wins. Trinity Starlets sit in second place with 13 points, while Vihiga Queens are third with 11 points, having won three and drawn two of their opening five fixtures. This gap makes the upcoming clash a must-win for Vihiga if they are to prevent Police Bullets from extending an already significant lead.

Coach Nyamunyamu Targets End to Stalemate Streak

Head Coach Boniface Nyamunyamu acknowledged the difficulty of their recent matches, particularly the away fixture against Zetech. “Earning one point has helped the team, but our target was to get three points,” Nyamunyamu stated in a post-match analysis on Monday, November 17. He credited player Ato Jaloose for helping secure the draw but emphasized the urgent need to rectify on-field errors. “Nyamunyamu stressed the importance of correcting mistakes from the recent match, adding that if the team addresses them, they are poised for a strong performance in their next outing,” reported Capital Sports on November 17, 2025.

The coach's focus remains twofold: reclaiming the KWPL title they surrendered to Police Bullets last season and developing players for national team assignments, including the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). “We lost the title to Kenya Police Bullets last season and we are focused to reclaim it this season,” Nyamunyamu told Citizen Digital in an earlier interview on October 10, 2024. This dual mandate underscores the strategic importance of every league match, not just for points, but for player development and national pride.

Trinity Starlets Pose Formidable Challenge

Vihiga's next opponents, Trinity Starlets, are not to be underestimated. They enter the match in high spirits following a significant 1-0 victory over a strong Ulinzi Starlets side on Saturday, November 15, at the Ulinzi Complex. The decisive goal was scored by Eglay Mukhwana, handing Ulinzi their first loss of the season and demonstrating Trinity's capability to challenge the league's top teams. With four wins and a draw from their five games, Trinity Starlets have established themselves as serious contenders, currently sitting second on the league table.

Coach Nyamunyamu is fully aware of the threat posed by their opponents. “We are preparing the team mentally to face worthy competitors. It's important we give our best to secure results,” he remarked. Historical encounters between the two sides favour Vihiga Queens, who have not lost to Trinity Starlets in their past two meetings. However, Trinity's current form suggests that past results may not be a reliable indicator for the upcoming clash.

The Broader Title Race

The context for this match is a fiercely competitive KWPL season. The defending champions, Police Bullets, have been relentless, scoring 24 goals and conceding only two in their first five matches. Their dominant 4-0 victory over Bungoma Queens on Sunday, November 16, further solidified their position at the summit. This unstoppable form means that any dropped points by chasing teams like Vihiga Queens and Trinity Starlets are severely punished. For Vihiga, a team that narrowly lost the title to Police Bullets in the 2024/25 season, the memory of that defeat serves as powerful motivation. A victory against Trinity Starlets is therefore not just about three points; it is a statement of intent and a crucial step in a long and demanding campaign to reclaim their status as Kenya's top women's football club. The outcome of this match will have significant repercussions for the top of the table as the league progresses into a critical phase where every point is vital.