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Bandari

Also known as: Bandari FC

Bandari FC — Kenya Premier League club that faced relegation worries in 2026, losing 2-0 to APS Bomet.

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  1. May 2026
  2. 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
  3. Citizen Digital

    Muhiddin blames military duties for Ulinzi Stars woes in KPL By Magdaline Thuku May 20, 2026 05:16 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Bandari FC coach Twahir Muhiddin during their FKF Premier League match at K

    Muhiddin blames military duties for Ulinzi Stars woes in KPL
  4. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeAPS Bomet moved closer to safety after seeing off Bandari 2-0 in a midweek SportPesa Premier League match played at Kwale Stadium on Wednesday.

    SportPesa Premier League: APS Bomet edge Bandari to ease relegation fears
  5. Citizen Digital

    Despite the recent success, he remains cautious about the remaining fixtures. “We have three games left against Bandari, AFC Leopards, and Tusker FC.

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

    Despite the recent success, he remains cautious about the remaining fixtures. “We have three games left against Bandari, AFC Leopards, and Tusker FC.

    Survival specialist— Sammy ‘Pamzo’ Omollo’s expert hand steering APS Bomet out of relegation
  7. The Standard

    Murang'a Seal hosts Kakamega Homeboyz while KCB takes on Bandari in matches that could influence the race for top-half positions.

    Leopards cut Gor's lead as Shabana drop points at home
  8. The Standard

    Subscribe to our newsletterMurang'a Seal hosts Kakamega Homeboyz while KCB takes on Bandari in matches that could influence the race for top-half positions.Round 31 will finally end on Monday when Posta Rangers meet Sofapaka at Kasarani Annex.

    Ingwe chase Gor as survival battle intensifies again
  9. Citizen Digital

    At Kwale Stadium, hosts Bandari were held to a one-all draw by Posta Rangers as the Dockers failed to end their winless run that hit four matches.

    APS Bomet boost KPL survival bid with win over KCB
  10. Citizen Digital

    Photo/Sportpicha/Citizen Digital Audio By Vocalize Kenya Police FC head coach Nicholas Muyoti has expressed strong belief that his side can go all the way and reclaim the FKF Cup they last won in 2024, as he turned focus firmly on the semi-final challenge against Bandari FC.

    Muyoti bullish of Kenya Police's FKF Cup title prospects
  11. Citizen Digital

    Bandari storm into FKF Cup semis, to Face Police By Mark Mutuku May 02, 2026 07:12 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Bandari booked their place in the FKF Cup semi-finals in emphatic fashion

    Bandari storm into FKF Cup semis, to Face Police

Yesterday

  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

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. 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

Friday 12 June

  1. Kenya Police seek FKF Cup redemption against Tusker in final

    Kenya Police head coach Nicholas Muyoti says his team are determined to end the season on a high when they face Tusker in the FKF Cup final on June 14, describing the competition as the club's last opportunity to redeem a campaign that fell short of its league ambitions after relinquishing the KPL title to Gor Mahia.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Coast region football clubs on rise after years of decline

    Kenya's Coast region, once a heartbeat of Kenyan football that produced legendary players and dominant clubs like Feisal FC and Mwenge FC, is steadily rising again after decades of decline when many clubs folded.

    9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

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

Thursday 28 May

  1. Bandari aims to finish season strongly against Mathare

    Bandari FC seek to end their Kenyan Premier League campaign on a high in their season finale against Mathare United away, following a 1-0 home win over Tusker. Head coach Razak Siwa said the recent victory has boosted team confidence and called on supporters to travel in large numbers.

    28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. 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

Sunday 24 May

  1. Bandari FC ends seven-match winless run against Tusker

    Bandari FC secured a 1-0 victory over Tusker FC in a Kenya Premier League clash at Mbaraki Sports Club, with the winning goal scored by former Tusker winger Erick Balecho in the 37th minute from a free-kick.

    24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. 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. Military duties disrupt Ulinzi Stars' KPL consistency, says Muhiddin

    Former Harambee Stars coach Twahir Muhiddin says deploying players to military duties mid-season has affected Ulinzi Stars, whose soldier-heavy squad faces a relegation battle for the first time since 1998. Muhiddin says travel and competing work obligations disrupt team training and commitment.

    20 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. 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

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. 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

  2. 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

Saturday 2 May

  1. Bandari advance to FKF Cup semi-finals after defeating Mfalme

    Bandari defeated Division One side Mfalme FC 5-2 at Mbaraki Sports Ground in Mombasa to book their place in the FKF Cup semi-finals, where they will face Police. Striker Amza Ndayou scored four goals while William Wadri added the fifth for Bandari.

    2 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Nairobi United, Tusker, Bandari chase FKF Cup semi-finals

    Eight teams compete in FKF Cup quarter-finals this weekend, with defending champions Nairobi United facing KCB, Ulinzi Stars playing Tusker, Bandari meeting Mfalme FC, and Shabana hosting Kenya Police, as all sides seek semi-final places.

    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

Saturday 25 April

  1. Mathare United seek first back-to-back win against Nairobi United

    Mathare United host Nairobi United at Kasarani Stadium, aiming for their first consecutive win of the 2025-2026 SportPesa Premier League season. Mathare sit 12th with 34 points while Nairobi United are sixth with 42 points.

    25 April 2026 · The Standard

  2. 99th Mashemeji Derby set to decide 2025–2026 league title race

    AFC Leopards and Gor Mahia clash at Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday in the 99th Mashemeji Derby, which will likely determine the course of the 2025–2026 SportPesa Premier League title. Gor Mahia currently leads the table by three points; a Leopards win would level the teams on points and force a tense final five matches, while a Gor victory would extend their advantage to six points.

    25 April 2026 · The Standard

Friday 24 April

  1. Mashemeji Derby shapes KPL title race, multiple promotion-relegation battles

    Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards clash in a crucial Mashemeji Derby that could significantly influence the Kenyan Premier League title race, with Leopards holding a psychological edge from their 1-0 reverse-fixture victory. This weekend's fixtures across the league also feature defining moments in the top-three race, mid-table consistency battles, and relegation fights as the season approaches its closing phase.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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