Ulinzi Starlets captain reveals secret behind perfect season start

Ulinzi Starlets captain Diana Shakava has opened up on the team's secret card behind their great start to the FKF Women Premier League (WPL) season.The military side has had a perfect start to the season, winning all their opening six matches, to place them at the summit of the league table with18 points.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe soldiers made an even bigger statement in the season after condemning defending champions Kenya Police Bullets to a 1-0 loss in their last match.Speaking to Mozzart Sport after the Disciplined Forces derby, an elated Shakava disclosed the approach that has so far yielded maximum returns.“This season, we have decided to handle one game at a time, treat the next opponent as the most important and dangerous and therefore handle them without thinking of the next match or others,” said Shakava.How Nairobi United beat Kenya Police to secure Bajaber's signature“Previously, we were only more serious during the derby, and I think that cost us. This time, all games are important,” she added.With both Ulinzi and Police boasting a perfect start after five matches, the win against a direct opponent opened the gap to three points but, importantly, was in line with Ulinzi’s season targets.“The three points in the derby are so important because we do not want to drop any points this season.”##NAJAVA_MECA_10087380##The Collins Ochieng-coached side has received a major boost this season following the return of key players from military training, including Joy Kinglady, Cindy Ngaira, Lavender Akiniyi, Phiona Ariko, Tabitha Amoit and Mary Ojenge.“We appreciate their return. It adds important depth to the team. They have boosted the squad, and we do not have to worry much about injuries, for instance, because we have replacements,” stated Shakava.Next up for Ulinzi is an away clash against struggling Bungoma Queens, who are yet to win a match this season and have only two points to their name.TACTICAL ANALYSIS: Kenya Police FC's game plan that halted Shabana's unbeaten run

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