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APS Bomet

APS Bomet — Kenya Premier League club that avoided relegation under coach Sammy Omollo in 2025-2026 season.

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In coverage

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  1. May 2026
  2. The Standard

    mier League match dubbed Mashemeji Derby at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi on April 16, 2026. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Gor Mahia were on Sunday crowned SportPesa Premier League champions for a record extending 22nd time after bitter rivals AFC Leopards lost 2-1 to APS Bomet

    K'Ogalo crowned champions for record 22nd league title
  3. The Standard

    League action continues today with APS Bomet hosting title-chasing AFC Leopards at Kericho Green Stadium.

    Ulinzi Stars boost survival hopes as relegation battle intensifies in SPL
  4. Citizen Digital

    Tusker will complete their league campaign with away matches against Bandari and Ulinzi Stars before hosting APS Bomet in their final fixture of the season.

    Mette demands clinical finishing as Tusker chase FKF Cup gong
  5. The Standard

    Hillary Juma scored a brace in what turned out to be APS Bomet’s sixth consecutive victory that stretched their unbeaten run to nine matches.With two matches left, Bomet now needs to edge out title hopefuls AFC Leopards this coming weekend, on Sunday, to confirm their safety in t

    SportPesa Premier League: APS Bomet edge Bandari to ease relegation fears
  6. The Standard

    Kariobangi Sharks are just above them with 33 points while Posta Rangers and APS Bomet both sit on 37 points.

    Fight for survival now down to one team as Bidco, Sofapaka relegated
  7. The Standard

    K’Ogalo will secure the crown if they defeat Mara Sugar or if AFC Leopards fail to beat relegation-threatened APS Bomet in Kericho.With two rounds of matches remaining, Gor are now favourites to retain the trophy after opening a healthy gap at the top of the standings.

    K'Ogalo silence Muranga Seal to move one win away from title
  8. Citizen Digital

    ight until the last minute as we must win the remaining matches,” said Omune. “The fans have been pushing us all through the season and we really appreciate, it’s not over yet.” Leopards face jaded Kakamega Homeboyz this Saturday before a tricky test against high-flying APS Bomet

    'Ingwe are still fighting' – Fred Ambani on title race
  9. Citizen Digital

    Survival specialist— Sammy ‘Pamzo’ Omollo’s expert hand steers APS Bomet out of relegation By Citizen Reporter May 13, 2026 09:40 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Sammy Pamzo Omollo in a past training/ photo

    Survival specialist— Sammy ‘Pamzo’ Omollo’s expert hand steers APS Bomet out of relegation
  10. Citizen Digital

    Survival specialist— Sammy ‘Pamzo’ Omollo’s expert hand steering APS Bomet out of relegation By Citizen Reporter May 13, 2026 09:40 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Sammy Pamzo Omollo in a past training/ pho

    Survival specialist— Sammy ‘Pamzo’ Omollo’s expert hand steering APS Bomet out of relegation
  11. Citizen Digital

    KPL April Coach of the Month after impressive run By Geoffrey Mwamburi May 10, 2026 07:24 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Sammy Pamzo Omollo in a past training/ photo/ Sportpicha Audio By Vocalize APS Bomet

    Pamzo named KPL April Coach of the Month after impressive run

Yesterday

  1. Kisii Governor pledges funding for Shabana FC continental push

    Kisii Governor Simba Arati, Shabana FC patron, has committed to bankrolling the club's domestic and continental ambitions, pledging to bridge funding gaps and attract sponsors as the club unveiled a new technical bench led by Egyptian coach Ahmed Fathi Abdalla Ibrahim ahead of the 2026/27 season.

    15 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 24 June

  1. AFCON 2027 hosting will intensify Kenyan Premier League competition

    Former Harambee Stars coach Twahir Muhiddin predicts the Kenyan Premier League will face stiffer competition when the new season kicks off in August, driven by players seeking to impress national team selectors ahead of AFCON 2027, which Kenya will host.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. AFCON 2027 will intensify Kenyan Premier League competition

    Former Harambee Stars head coach Twahir Muhiddin predicts the Kenyan Premier League will face stiffer competition when the new season starts in August, driven by players seeking selection for AFCON 2027, which Kenya will host alongside Tanzania and Uganda.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 5 June

  1. Charles Akonnor wins SportPesa Premier League Coach of Season

    Gor Mahia's Charles Akonnor has been named the 2025/26 SportPesa Premier League Coach of the Season after leading the club to the league title in his first year in charge, extending their record to 22 titles. Akonnor, a former Ghana national team coach, beat competition from Sammy Omollo and Fred Ambani, with his side losing only four league matches and maintaining a 61 per cent win rate during the campaign.

    5 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 4 June

  1. Tusker confident ahead of FKF Cup final against Police

    Tusker Football Club assistant head coach Anthony Kimani expressed confidence ahead of the FKF Cup final against Police FC scheduled for June 14, 2026, in Kwale County, stating the team has worked on addressing defensive and attacking weaknesses that affected their league performance.

    4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Standard journalist Onyango wins Golden Pen sports journalism award

    Standard Group sports journalist Washington Onyango has won the Golden Pen Award, organised under the SportPesa Premier League Gala Awards, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to sports journalism including coverage of the SportPesa Premier League, school games, and national team developments.

    4 June 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Gor Mahia urged to match 1987 CAF Cup triumph

    After winning a record 22nd SPL title, Gor Mahia qualified for the CAF Champions League next season. Club patron Eliud Owalo challenged the players to replicate the 1987 CAF Cup Winners Cup victory.

    3 June 2026 · The Standard

  2. SPL Gala Awards celebrate season excellence tomorrow

    The SportPesa Premier League's inaugural Gala Awards will take place tomorrow to honour the league's finest players, coaches, clubs, and fans. Among the night's highlights, Enock Morrison, Jimmy Owili, and Joseph Waithira are shortlisted for Player of the Season, while Charles Akonnor, Fred Ambani, and Sammy Omollo compete for Coach of the Season after Gor Mahia's title-winning campaign.

    3 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 28 May

  1. Tusker coach urges recovery after back-to-back league losses

    Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette called for improved performance after his side suffered a 2-0 loss to Ulinzi Stars on Wednesday, following a 1-0 defeat to Bandari on Saturday. Mette criticized his team's poor display and wants the remaining league match to serve as preparation for the upcoming FKF Cup final.

    28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 26 May

  1. Gor Mahia clinch record-extending 22nd league title

    Gor Mahia secured the 2025–2026 SportPesa Premier League title with a four-point lead over second-placed AFC Leopards and one match remaining. The club reached 68 points through resilience and a 16-match unbeaten streak between December and April that proved decisive after early-season defeats.

    26 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 25 May

  1. Gor Mahia crowned SportPesa Premier League champions

    Gor Mahia were crowned SportPesa Premier League champions for a record 22nd time after AFC Leopards lost 2-1 to APS Bomet at Kericho Green Stadium. Gor Mahia sealed the title without playing after their own match against Mara Sugar was halted by the Sports Disputes Tribunal.

    25 May 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 24 May

  1. Ulinzi Stars move out of bottom three with crucial SPL win

    Ulinzi Stars defeated Mathare United 2-1 to boost their relegation survival hopes in the SportPesa Premier League, with Paul Okoth scoring twice to lift the soldiers above Kariobangi Sharks on 35 points with two matches remaining.

    24 May 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 21 May

  1. Tusker coach demands sharper finishing for FKF Cup final

    Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette says the team must improve their clinical finishing ahead of the FKF Cup final on 14 June, after the Brewers advanced by defeating KCB FC 4-3 on penalties following a goalless draw.

    21 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 20 May

  1. APS Bomet beat Bandari 2-0 to ease relegation worries

    APS Bomet defeated Bandari 2-0 at Kwale Stadium on Wednesday to move to 12th place with 40 points and extend their unbeaten run to nine matches. With two matches remaining, a win against AFC Leopards on Sunday would confirm their safety in the SportPesa Premier League.

    20 May 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Bidco, Sofapaka relegated; five clubs fight for survival

    Bidco United and Sofapaka have been relegated from the SportPesa Premier League after new Football Kenya Federation rules made the bottom three automatically drop to the National Super League. Five clubs remain in contention for the final relegation spot with two matches left in the season.

    19 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 18 May

  1. Gor Mahia beats Murang'a Seal 3-1, one win from title

    Record league champions Gor Mahia defeated Murang'a Seal 3-1 at Nyayo Stadium to reach 68 points with two matches left in the 2025-2026 season, moving four points clear of second-placed AFC Leopards and within one victory of claiming a record-extending 22nd league title.

    18 May 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 14 May

  1. Leopards four points off KPL leaders with three games left

    AFC Leopards head coach Fred Ambani said his team remain in contention for the Kenya Premier League title after a 2-0 victory over Ulinzi Stars, moving within four points of leaders Gor Mahia with three matches remaining for both sides.

    14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Sammy Omollo steers APS Bomet away from KPL relegation

    APS Bomet, the Kenya Premier League debutants, have climbed out of relegation danger under coach Sammy 'Pamzo' Omollo, now sitting 12th with 37 points after 31 matches. Omollo was named Kenya Premier League Coach of the Month for April for his tactical turnaround of the struggling side.

    13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Sammy Omollo guides APS Bomet away from KPL relegation zone

    APS Bomet's manager Sammy 'Pamzo' Omollo has transformed the league debutants' fortunes, steering them to 12th place with 37 points after 31 matches—three positions above the relegation zone. Omollo was named Kenya Premier League Coach of the Month for April following the tactical shift that has made APS Bomet the league's most resilient outfit.

    13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 10 May

  1. Pamzo wins KPL Coach of the Month for April

    APS Bomet head coach Sammy Pamzo Omollo has been named Kenya Premier League Coach of the Month for April, following a standout period for the club. Pamzo received a customized trophy and 75,000 Ksh from league sponsors, dedicating the award to his late wife.

    10 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. AFC Leopards cut Gor Mahia's lead to six points with victory

    AFC Leopards defeated Mara Sugar 2-1 at Nyayo Stadium to move to 58 points, six behind leaders Gor Mahia. Shabana drew 0-0 with Ulinzi Stars in a separate match.

    10 May 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 9 May

  1. SPL title race and relegation fight intensify in round 31

    AFC Leopards, nine points behind leaders Gor Mahia with a game in hand, host Mara Sugar knowing a victory would reduce the gap to six points. Elsewhere, Shabana welcome Ulinzi Stars in a match with contrasting stakes: Shabana chasing top-three finish hopes, Ulinzi fighting relegation danger.

    9 May 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 6 May

  1. APS Bomet win over KCB strengthens KPL survival bid

    APS Bomet defeated KCB 1-0 with a goal from Festus Kipkemoi in the 29th minute, securing their fourth successive league victory and moving four points clear of the relegation zone in 13th place. The win follows the club's promotion to the top flight last season.

    6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 2 May

  1. Sofapaka face relegation in must-win clash against Mathare

    Sofapaka, bottom of the SportPesa Premier League with 17 points after 29 matches and without a win in their last 21 games, must beat Mathare United in round 30 to avoid confirmation of relegation to the National Super League with four matches remaining.

    2 May 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Sofapaka faces relegation from Kenya Premier League

    Sofapaka could become the first team relegated from the Kenya Premier League this season, sitting bottom of the table on 17 points with five matches remaining and facing Mathare United on Matchday 30.

    29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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