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Tusker's Bob Mugalia (right) controls the ball against AFC Leopards' Abdalla Juma during their Top-8 final match at Kinoru Stadium, Meru County on June 15, 2014. [PHOTO/DENNIS OKEYO/STANDARD]
When Kenyan Premier League (KPL) ordered the final of the Top 8 to be played in Meru this year, there was a hue and cry, especially from AFC Leopards who felt that their opponents Tusker were getting undue advantage.
Meru Stadium was then the home ground of Tusker, though the facility has since been closed for renovations.
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