Posta Rangers will attempt to maintain their recent improvement when they welcome 3K FC to Police Sacco Stadium, with the two sides approaching the FKF Premier League encounter after contrasting midweek results.

The Mailmen have recovered from a difficult opening to the season and will be looking to extend their positive run against a newcomer whose encouraging start was interrupted by a heavy defeat.

Zedekiah Otieno's side lost their opening two matches, first going down 1-0 to Shabana FC before suffering a 5-1 defeat against Murang'a Seal.

Those results raised questions about their early-season form, but the team has responded with greater resilience.

Posta registered their first victory by beating KCB 1-0 before travelling to Mombasa, where they held Bandari to a goalless draw.

Four points from their last two outings have given them an opportunity to build some momentum.

Another positive result would strengthen their position and provide further evidence that they are recovering from their disappointing start.

Playing at home also gives Otieno's charges an opportunity to continue their improvement in front of their supporters.

However, 3K FC will arrive determined to respond after suffering their first defeat since earning promotion to the top flight.

The newcomers had made a promising start, collecting draws against Mara Sugar and Bandari before recording a notable victory over Murang'a Seal in the Murima Derby.

Their unbeaten opening three matches suggested they could compete effectively at this level.

That confidence was checked on Wednesday when APS Bomet defeated them 3-0 at Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay.

Coach Nicodemus Omasete will be eager to see his players respond positively rather than allow the setback to affect their early-season progress.

The match at Police Sacco Stadium is scheduled to begin at 2pm.