Sofapaka players in a past scene.They have warned champions Gor Mahia to brace for a gruelling battle next season.[Photo: sportpesanews.com]Kenya Premier League (KPL) side Sofapaka FC have warned reigning champions Gor Mahia to brace for a tough contest for the league title next season.The club's president Elly Kalekwa on Friday said that the team's second position in the just concluded Sportpesa Premier League campaign is an indication that they can bag the coveted title. "From a near relegation in 2016 to first runners up in 2017, it took a lot of concerted efforts by the whole team. It is evident that there is progress. We have been far from good in the recent past. That is why I'm saying this was a rewarding season for the club," Kalekwa told the club's portal.Batoto Ba Mungu staged a remarkable second leg campaign that saw them scale up their ratings although the phenomenal 19 points between them and league Gor must pose a lot of questions than answers for the 2009 champions.The team will also have to address issues surrounding the commitment of head coach Sam Ssimbwa following reports that the Ugandan could be on his way out of the club.

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