AFC Leopards remain firmly in the early FKF Premier League title picture after moving to third place with nine points from five matches, keeping them within striking distance of second-placed KCB.

The standings show a competitive battle at the top, with Gor Mahia leading on 12 points, KCB second on 10 and Leopards third on nine.

The narrow margins mean that the positions could change quickly as the campaign progresses.

Leopards have a goal difference of +3, matching KCB's tally.

Their current position puts them three points behind leaders Gor Mahia, whose advantage was reduced after Sunday's 2-1 defeat to the bankers.

The result was significant for the title race because Gor had entered the match with four consecutive victories. KCB's win not only handed the champions their first league loss but also gave the bankers a chance to challenge for the top position.

AFC Leopards will be looking to take advantage of any further slip-ups by the teams above them. With the gap to Gor Mahia at three points, a positive result in their next outing could bring them closer to the summit.

Murang'a Seal are fourth with seven points from five matches, providing another challenge to the teams above them.

Their goal difference of +2 places them ahead of APS Bomet, who have six points and the same number of matches played.

Migori Youth, Mara Sugar and Shabana also have six points, but each has played four games.

Their positions could improve as they catch up with teams that have already played five times.

The early table suggests that the race for the top positions is not yet limited to the traditional leading clubs.

Murang'a Seal and APS Bomet have made encouraging starts, while the three teams on six points remain within reach of the top five.