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Bidco United

Bidco United — Kenyan Premier League club relegated to National Super League after 2025/26 season under new FKF regulations.

2026-04-292026-10-03
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  1. May 2026

  2. The Standard

    … At Wang’uru Stadium, Tusker face struggling Bidco United. Bidco are second from bottom with 24 points and desperately need victories to avoid joining already relegated Sofapaka in the drop zone. …

    Ingwe chase Gor as survival battle intensifies again

  3. Citizen Digital

    … His comments come after they were held to a goalless draw by Bidco United at Wanguru Stadium, Kirinyaga, over the weekend, leaving them 16th on the log with 30 points. …

    Muluya wary of relegation as season run-in beckons

  4. The Standard

    … For Gor, they might be crowned champions when they face defending champions Kenya Police on Sunday if Leopards fail to win their next match on Wednesday.At Wang’uru Stadium, the relegation battle pitting Bidco United and Kariobangi Sharks ended in a 0-0 draw as both teams shared …

    Gor Mahia move nine points clear in race for league title

  5. The Standard

    … Bidco United are 17th with 23 points and face Kariobangi Sharks, who are 16th on 29 points and still not completely safe.A win for Bidco could close the gap and increase pressure on the teams above them. …

    Sofapaka staring at relegation as Gor Mahia eye title charge
  6. April 2026

  7. Citizen Digital

    … leaves them needing more than just points to climb out of trouble. window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); Just above them, Bidco United …

    Sofapaka on the brink of relegation after dismal season
Sport

High Court ruling on Kenya Premier League promotion rules creates legal uncertainty

The News

A High Court ruling on August 28, 2026, regarding promotion and relegation regulations has created legal uncertainty for the Kenyan Premier League, with dispute centered on whether 2025 or 2019 rules apply to the 2026/2027 season. The 2025 regulations introduced automatic relegation of three teams and direct promotion of three National Super League teams, eliminating a playoff system, which Kariobangi Sharks challenged at the Sports Disputes Tribunal on procedural grounds.

2 September 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 2 September

  1. High Court ruling on Kenya Premier League promotion rules creates legal uncertainty

    A High Court ruling on August 28, 2026, regarding promotion and relegation regulations has created legal uncertainty for the Kenyan Premier League, with dispute centered on whether 2025 or 2019 rules apply to the 2026/2027 season. The 2025 regulations introduced automatic relegation of three teams and direct promotion of three National Super League teams, eliminating a playoff system, which Kariobangi Sharks challenged at the Sports Disputes Tribunal on procedural grounds.

    2 September 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. KPL season start delayed by court uncertainty over relegations

    FKF National Executive Committee member Dan Shikanda says uncertainty over Kariobangi Sharks' relegation, which is subject to a stay order, is putting Kenyan football in a difficult position and risks delaying the Kenya Premier League season scheduled to start this weekend.

    26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 24 July

  1. Veteran Kenyan football coach Juma Abdallah dies at hospital

    Juma Abdallah, a veteran football coach who shaped several Kenyan clubs and generations of players, has died after a prolonged illness involving diabetes, pancreatic disease, and kidney dysfunction. He coached AFC Leopards, Murang'a SEAL, Thika United, KCB FC, Bidco United, Western Stima, Chemelil Sugar and Vihiga Bullets during his decades-long career.

    24 July 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 10 July

  1. Tusker FC strengthens squad, targets KPL title next season

    Tusker FC have begun a squad overhaul ahead of the 2026/27 season, signing Nigerian striker Victor Mbaoma from Remo Stars and extending contracts of midfielder Fabian Adikiny and forward Ian Simiyu, as the club aims to challenge for the domestic league title after finishing fourth in the 2025/26 campaign.

    10 July 2026 · 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 →

Thursday 11 June

  1. Tusker seeks redemption in FKF Cup final against Police

    Tusker FC forward Eric Kapaito believes the FKF Cup final in Kwale on Sunday offers a chance to end a difficult 2025/26 Premier League season positively after finishing ninth with 45 points. Kapaito has been instrumental in Tusker's cup run, scoring in the quarter-final victory over Ulinzi Stars.

    11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 7 June

  1. Migori Youth lead NSL promotion race with two rounds left

    Four clubs—Migori Youth (77 points), 3K FC (73), Mombasa United (72), and Equity Bank (71)—battle for three promotion spots to the SportPesa Premier League with only two matches remaining in the 2025/26 season. Migori Youth, seeking their first-ever top-flight promotion, face Equity Bank in a decisive fixture at Green Stadium.

    7 June 2026 · The Standard →

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 →

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Gor Mahia win 22nd league title in Mashemeji Derby rivalry season

    Gor Mahia won the 2025-2026 SportPesa Premier League with 69 points (20 wins, 9 draws, 5 defeats), their record-extending 22nd title. The rivalry with AFC Leopards shaped the season and helped define the campaign's momentum.

    2 June 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 31 May

  1. Gor Mahia wins 22nd FKF Premier League title

    Gor Mahia were crowned FKF Premier League champions for the 2025/26 season, securing their record 22nd league title and Kenya's most successful club record. The club clinched the championship with two matches to spare after arch-rivals AFC Leopards dropped crucial points.

    31 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 →

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 →

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Ex-striker Odera praises fierce FKF Premier League title race

    Former AFC Leopards forward Ezekiel Odera has expressed pleasure with the competition between Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards this season, with K'Ogalo leading the table by four points with two matches remaining. Odera believes the rivalry has excited fans and elevated the standard of Kenyan football competition.

    19 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. 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 →

Sunday 17 May

  1. AFC Leopards beat Kakamega Homeboyz, cut Gor Mahia lead to one point

    AFC Leopards defeated Kakamega Homeboyz 2-1 in the SportPesa Premier League to move to second place with 64 points, just one point behind leaders Gor Mahia who have 65 points. The victory revives Leopards' hopes of ending their 28-year wait for the league title with two matches remaining in the season.

    17 May 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 16 May

  1. AFC Leopards face Kakamega Homeboyz in crucial title-race derby

    AFC Leopards will play Kakamega Homeboyz in the Ingo Derby at Mumias Sports Complex, seeking to close a four-point gap on leaders Gor Mahia; a win would reduce the deficit to one point with two matches remaining.

    16 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 →

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 →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Kariobangi Sharks coach urges sharper attack in relegation fight

    Kariobangi Sharks FC coach William Muluya has called on his players to score more goals to avoid relegation after a goalless draw against Bidco United left them 16th on the Kenya Premier League log with 30 points. Muluya said the team needs to score at least six goals in their remaining four matches to stay in the league.

    5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 4 May

  1. Gor Mahia open nine-point lead atop Premier League standings

    Gor Mahia defeated Kakamega Homeboyz 1-0 through a 96th-minute own goal to extend their lead to nine points over second-placed AFC Leopards in the SportPesa Premier League title race. The record Kenyan champions sit top with 64 points and can be crowned champions when they face Kenya Police on Sunday if Leopards fail to win their next match.

    4 May 2026 · The Standard →

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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