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Aboud Omar

Also known as: Abud Omar · Captain Abud Omar · Abud · Captain Aboud Omar

2026-05-062026-09-13

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  1. September 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Mette urged football lovers across the nation to rally behind the team, a sentiment strongly echoed by club captain Abud Omar, who emphasised the significance of home support.

    Mette urges Tusker focus for Al Ahli Madani clash
  3. The Standard

    Captain Aboud Omar is among those carrying that responsibility. The defender has urged the team to remain united and ensure every player plays his part.

    Tusker chase history as Caf Confederation journey begins
  4. Citizen Digital

    ration Cup By Brian Ngugi September 03, 2026 01:26 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter From left: Tusker head coach Juliet Mette, KBL Marketing and Innovation Director Mark Mugisha and Tusker Captain Aboud Omar

    Tusker set group-stage target in CAF Confederation Cup
  5. Citizen Digital

    ie in wait By Brian Ngugi September 02, 2026 06:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter From left: Tusker head coach Juliet Mette, KBL Marketing and Innovation Director Mark Mugisha and Tusker Captain Aboud Omar

    Tusker ready for continental duty as Sudan's Al Ahli Madani lie in wait
  6. August 2026
  7. Citizen Digital

    The new arrivals feature returning defender Aboud Omar—who assumes the captaincy—alongside Nigerian striker Victor Mbaoma (Remo Stars), Ivorian winger Aboubacar Doumbia (Al Orobah), and Gambian forward Abdoulie Joof.

    Tusker's Mette hails Tusker's Super Cup win over Gor Mahia
  8. Citizen Digital

    Joining him at Ruaraka are defenders John Otieno from Nairobi United, Abud Omar from Kenya Police FC, Talena Ochieng, Collins Ochieng from Danish side AC Horsens, and Siraj Mohammed on loan from Gor Mahia.

    Victor Mbaoma eyes impactful debut season at Tusker
  9. July 2026
  10. Citizen Digital

    Head coach Julien Mette made six changes to the side that lost to Sudan’s Al-Hilal, retaining only Brandon Obiero, Abud Omar, Chrispine Erambo, Fabian Adikiny, Stephen Etyang and Victor Mbaoma in the starting XI.

    Tusker exit Kagame Cup after defeat to Rayon Sports
  11. Citizen Digital

    andan club level on three points with Al Hilal at the top of the group. window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); Tusker captain Abud Omar

    Kagame Cup: Tusker seek win against hosts Rayon Sports
  12. Citizen Digital

    "We have everybody here, and the team will be captained by Aboud Omar, who joined us from Kenya Police after returning home following a decade of playing both abroad and locally.

    Tusker land in Kigali with Kagame Cup glory in mind
  13. Citizen Digital

    The Brewers have already recruited Aboud Omar, Nigerian striker Chukwuemeka Mbaoma and Ivorian winger Aboubacar Doumbia, with more arrivals expected.

    Tusker building squad to challenge Africa's best, says Mette

Friday 11 September

  1. Tusker coach urges focus ahead of Al Ahli Madani return

    Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette says the Brewers are ready to finish the job against Sudan's Al Ahli Madani in their CAF Confederation Cup return leg at Nyayo Stadium on Saturday. After a 2-2 draw in the first leg in Rwanda, Mette attributed the dropped lead to tactical naivety and poor game management by his young squad.

    11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 5 September

  1. Tusker FC begins CAF Confederation Cup bid in Kigali

    Tusker FC faces Sudanese side Al Ahli Madani in the preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup this weekend in Kigali, with coach Julien Mette targeting the group stage. The club returns to continental football four years after their last appearance in 2021/22, when they were eliminated by Zamalek in the second round.

    5 September 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 3 September

  1. Tusker targets CAF Confederation Cup group stage

    Tusker FC aim to reach the group stage of the CAF Confederation Cup, with coach Julien Mette citing financial and sporting benefits. The team faces Sudan's Al Ahli Madani in a preliminary match this weekend.

    3 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Tusker returns to continental football after four years

    Tusker FC will face Sudan's Al Ahli Madani in the first preliminary round of the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup, with the first leg in Kigali on Saturday and the return leg in Nairobi on 12 September. The campaign marks the Brewers' return to African competition after four years, their last continental appearance in the 2021/22 season.

    2 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 24 August

  1. Tusker FC wins FKF Super Cup 3-1 over Gor Mahia

    Tusker FC defeated Gor Mahia 3-1 in the FKF Super Cup at Nyayo National Stadium, with goals from Francis Oduor, Engine Ikutwa, and Ian Simiyu. Head coach Julien Mette praised his team's discipline and defensive performance, noting the victory provides a morale boost ahead of their league and CAF Confederation Cup campaigns.

    24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 20 August

  1. Nigerian striker Mbaoma joins Tusker for debut season

    Tusker FC's new Nigerian striker Victor Mbaoma, signed on a one-year deal, aims to help the club win their first league title in four years after finishing ninth last season. Mbaoma arrives with a 25-goal record from the Nigerian Premier Football League.

    20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Tusker knocked out of Kagame Cup after Rayon Sports loss

    Kenyan side Tusker FC lost 1-0 to Rayon Sports of Rwanda in the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup, marking their second consecutive defeat in Group C and eliminating them from the knockout stages.

    29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Tusker face Rayon Sports in Kagame Cup Group C fixture

    Kenyan side Tusker seek their first points at the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup after a 2-0 opening loss to Al Hilal, facing hosts Rayon Sports in Group C on Wednesday in Kigali.

    29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 24 July

  1. Tusker FC arrives in Kigali for CECAFA Kagame Cup

    FKF Cup champions Tusker FC have landed in Kigali for the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup (July 24–August 7), where they will compete among 12 clubs as preparation for continental competition next season. The Brewers were invited to replace withdrawn Sudanese side Al Merriekh.

    24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 23 July

  1. Tusker strengthening squad for CAF Confederation Cup campaign

    Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette says the club is building a stronger, deeper squad to compete with Africa's elite in the CAF Confederation Cup, noting that quality recruitment and a favourable preliminary-round draw will be key to their continental ambitions.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 17 July

  1. Tusker FC signs Ivorian winger Doumbia ahead 2026/27 season

    Tusker FC have signed 25-year-old Ivorian winger Aboubacar Doumbia from Saudi Arabian First Division side Al Orobah. Doumbia brings experience from Saudi Arabia, Cyprus and Israel, and represented Ivory Coast at Under-20, Under-23 and senior levels, including at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Tusker FC signs Ivorian winger Doumbia from Saudi Arabia

    KF Cup champions Tusker FC have signed 25-year-old Ivorian winger Aboubacar Doumbia from Saudi Arabian First Division side Al Orobah. Doumbia, who has played in Saudi Arabia, Cyprus and Israel, is expected to add pace and creativity to Tusker's attack as the club prepares for the FKF Premier League, CAF Confederation Cup and CECAFA Kagame Cup.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 15 June

  1. Ian Simiyu scores twice as Tusker wins FKF Cup

    Tusker FC won the 2026 FKF Cup, defeating Kenya Police FC 2-1 in the final at Kwale Stadium on June 14, with forward Ian Simiyu scoring both goals. The victory secured Tusker their first domestic cup title since 2016, a KSh3 million prize, and a place in next season's CAF Confederation Cup.

    15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 14 June

  1. Julien Mette guides Tusker FC to FKF Cup final victory

    Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette led the club to a 2-1 victory over Kenya Police FC in the FKF Cup final on June 14, securing KSh3 million in prize money and qualification for next season's CAF Confederation Cup. Mette's turnaround came just four months after his arrival in February, when Tusker were languishing in 10th place after losing eight of their first 20 league matches.

    14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Tusker FC wins 2026 FKF Cup, defeating Kenya Police 2-1

    Tusker FC claimed the 2026 FKF Cup after a 2-1 victory over Kenya Police at Kwale Stadium, with striker Ian Simiyu scoring twice. The win marked Tusker's first domestic cup title since 2016.

    14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 13 June

  1. Former CHAN media chief Elias Makori quits AFCON 2027

    Elias Makori, a veteran journalist and former Head of Media Operations for the African Nations Championship 2025, has announced he is stepping away from any involvement in the preparations and delivery of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations tournament, citing his experience from the previous championship.

    13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Kenya Police coach confident of FKF Cup title win prospects

    Kenya Police FC head coach Nicholas Muyoti expressed strong belief that his side can win the FKF Cup, which they last won in 2024, after defeating Shabana FC 1-0 to advance to the semi-final against Bandari FC.

    6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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