The 2026/27 FKF Premier League season has begun gathering pace following the conclusion of match week three over the weekend, which had key takeaways.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsKenya's most supported teams, Gor Mahia, AFC Leopards and Shabana were all in action, with the latter two facing each other in an epic encounter that highlighted the weekend action.The match week saw Gor Mahia emerge as the biggest winners, with league newbies 3K FC also securing the Mlima Derby bragging rights.Gor Mahia chairman provides update on suspended Harambee Stars duoWith plenty of action from match week three, Mozzart Sport provided in-depth coverage of all eight games and, in this article, put a spotlight on some of the six key lessons deduced from them.Alpha’s brilliance key to Gor Mahia’s success That Gor Mahia’s Alpha Chris Onyango is talented and one of the best midfielders in the country has never been in doubt.While he has established himself as one of the most sought-after midfielders in the league, his performance in the opening games has captured everyone's attention.##NAJAVA_MECA_10062781##The Gor Mahia Youth graduate was the hero once again, scoring the lone goal as K’Ogalo battled to a 1-0 win over Bandari FC to make it three goals in three matchesWhile his goal against Murang’a Seal came from a free kick, his goals against APS Bomet and Bandari were identical.In both, the Harambee Stars midfielder made late runs into the box before connecting with passes while unmarked.Millions Tusker will earn from CAF despite Confederation Cup exitThis attribute will be key to Gor Mahia in unlocking teams, as has been the case in their last two games.AFC Leopards must think beyond SsenyonjoOnce again, Kenyan giants AFC Leopards fired blanks in their highly awaited clash against Shabana FC.Missed opportunities have been a characteristic of Ingwe not only this season but also in the last campaign.##NAJAVA_MECA_10062780##One common name in all these has been Ugandan striker Samuel Ssenyonjo, who has largely been the focal point of their attack.Leopards posted a brilliant performance, particularly in the first half, dominating play, raiding Shabana and creating chances, but none of them could be converted.If Ingwe are to end their 29-year wait for the FKFPL title, they must think beyond Ssenyonjo.Harambee Stars attacker explains why he snubbed Gor Mahia for Nairobi UnitedFathi ball gathers momentum at ShabanaNew Shabana head coach Ahmed Fathi has seemingly found his footing at Shabana and rejuvenated the fans' hopes.Having joined a team that had lost several players in the last transfer window, Fathi had his work cut out.In about three months, the Egyptian tactician has transformed the team and adopted possession-based football, which was used to dominate Leopards in the second half, much to the delight and jubilation of their fans.##NAJAVA_MECA_10062782##Home fans inspire 3K to victory in Mlima DerbyNewly promoted 3K FC emerged victorious in the highly anticipated Mlima Derby, handing Murang’a Seal a 2-1 defeat at Embu Stadium.While the team played with zeal and intensity, 3K possessed a massive advantage of the home crowd, who filled the stadium and cheered almost every touch.Just like they did in the National Super League (NSL), 3K are slowly but surely turning Embu Stadium into a fortress for visiting FKFPL teams.STARS ABROAD: Ogam on target in Belgium as Ochieng, Anyembe featureDifferent coaches, same result for Police FCThe 2024 Mozzart Bet Cup champions' early struggles continue despite a change in the dugout.After picking up a single point in their opening two matches, Police parted ways with coach Nicholas Muyoti and appointed former Bidco United tactician Anthony Akhulia in an acting capacity.In his first match in charge, Akhulia made one change to the team that lost to AFC Leopards and just as they had a blunt attack and underwhelming display against Ingwe, Police’s poor form earned Mombasa United their first point in the top flight following a barren draw.##NAJAVA_MECA_10062783##Toothless attacks characterise match week threeApart from individual teams struggling to find the back of the net, the scoring problem is seemingly a characteristic of the league and more so in match week three.Only seven goals were scored across the eight games, with only six of the 16 teams that were in action managing to find the back of the net, with three matches ending in a barren draw.With 18 goals scored in match week two, the deficit of 11 was due to blunt attacks rather than improved defenses according to our coverage.Tusker coach urges players to learn Singida’s ‘ghost’ act after Confederation Cup exit
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