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CAF Confederation Cup

2026-05-162026-09-26

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  1. September 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Simiyu over the moon after making CAF Confederation Cup debut By Brian Kaitano September 14, 2026 06:10 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Tusker's Ian Simiyu gestures in a past event. …

    Simiyu over the moon after making CAF Confederation Cup debut
  3. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeTusker midfielder Chrispin Erambo (in front) celebrates with his teammates after scoring against Al Ahli Madani from Sudan during their preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup return leg match at Nyayo Stadium [Stafford Ondego] Tusker booked their place in …

    Tusker through to next stage as K'Ogalo face Pyramids in Cairo
  4. Citizen Digital

    … Photo/Tusker Audio By Vocalize Tusker FC face Al Ahli Wad Madani at Nyayo National Stadium on Saturday 12th September, knowing that their place in the next round of the CAF Confederation Cup will be decided by this crucial game. …

    OPINION: Tusker should go for dominance against Al Ahli despite away goals edge
  5. Citizen Digital

    … Photo/Tusker Audio By Vocalize Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette is confident the Brewers are primed to finish the job when they host Sudan’s Al Ahli Madani in their crucial CAF Confederation Cup return leg at the Nyayo National Stadium on Saturday. …

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

    … Simba won the ensuing penalty shootout.In the 2011 CAF Confederation Cup, Sofapaka FC became the first club to eliminate an Egyptian club from a CAF championship. …

    Kenyan teams' struggle against Egyptian sides goes on
  7. Citizen Digital

    … They include Nairobi United goalkeeper Benard Jairo, Quincy Waithanji of BFC Dynamo [Germany], Keylah Mauko (CF Reus Deportiu, Spain) and Telena Ochieng, who is currently with Tusker in the CAF Confederation Cup. …

    Rising Stars eye Cecafa final, AFCON qualification
  8. The Standard

    … Tusker, meanwhile, surrendered a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 with Sudanese side Al-Ahli Madani in the CAF Confederation Cup first leg played in Rwanda.Both Kenyan sides now face crucial return matches next weekend, knowing that anything less than a strong response could bring their …

    Gor coach Akonnor praying for a miracle in Cairo as Tusker bottle lead in Kigali
  9. The Standard

    … However, their home record against Egyptian opposition has produced some memorable results.Gor beat Zamalek 1-0 in the 1998 Caf Cup and shocked the same club 4-2 in the 2018-19 Caf Confederation Cup group stage. …

    Litmus tests for Gor and Tusker as Caf campaign kicks off
  10. The Standard

    … The brewers face Sudanese side Al Ahli Madani in Kigali in the preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup, with coach Julien Mette setting his young side an ambitious target; reaching the group stage. …

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

    … Audio By Vocalize Tusker FC assistant captain John Otieno believes his extensive continental experience will be key as the Brewers kick off their CAF Confederation Cup campaign against Sudan’s Al-Ahli Wad Medani on Sunday, September 6, at the Kigali Pelé Stadium in Rwanda. …

    Otieno keen to exploit big-stage experience as Tusker begin Confederation Cup campaign
Sport

Tusker's Simiyu delighted by CAF Confederation Cup debut

The News

Tusker forward Ian Simiyu has expressed delight after making his first appearance in the CAF Confederation Cup, describing it as the fulfillment of one of his football dreams. Simiyu was part of the Tusker squad that eliminated Al-Ahli Wad Medani to advance in the Confederation Cup qualifiers.

14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 14 September

  1. Tusker's Simiyu delighted by CAF Confederation Cup debut

    Tusker forward Ian Simiyu has expressed delight after making his first appearance in the CAF Confederation Cup, describing it as the fulfillment of one of his football dreams. Simiyu was part of the Tusker squad that eliminated Al-Ahli Wad Medani to advance in the Confederation Cup qualifiers.

    14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 13 September

  1. Tusker advances to CAF Confederation Cup second round

    Tusker progressed in the CAF Confederation Cup after a 1-0 home win over Al-Ahli Wad Medani in the return leg, securing a 3-2 aggregate victory. The brewers will face either Singida Black Stars or Al-Ghazal in the second round as they pursue a group stage place.

    13 September 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 11 September

  1. Tusker urged to pursue victory against Al Ahli in CAF Cup

    An opinion piece argues that Tusker FC should aim for dominance in their CAF Confederation Cup return leg against Al Ahli Wad Madani at Nyayo Stadium on September 12, despite holding an away-goals advantage from the first leg's 2-2 draw in Kigali.

    11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. 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 →

  3. Gor Mahia loses to Egyptian Pyramids FC in CAF Champions League

    Pyramids FC of Egypt defeated Gor Mahia FC 2–0 in the first round of the 2026 CAF Champions League at Nyayo Stadium. The article notes that Kenyan clubs have struggled historically against Egyptian opponents in continental competitions and that no Kenyan club has ever defeated an Egyptian club on Egyptian soil.

    11 September 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 10 September

  1. Kenya U-20 aims for CECAFA final and AFCON qualification

    Kenya's Under-20 team, Rising Stars, is targeting a place in the final of the CECAFA U-20 AFCON Qualifiers in Tanzania, with the top two teams qualifying for the 2027 CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Ghana. The team begins its campaign on September 17 against Burundi.

    10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Gor and Tusker face uphill battles in CAF continental tie returns

    Gor Mahia lost 2-0 to Egyptian champions Pyramids FC in their CAF Champions League first preliminary round first leg, while Tusker drew 2-2 with Sudanese side Al-Ahli Madani in the CAF Confederation Cup first leg played in Rwanda. Both Kenyan sides face crucial return matches next weekend to keep their continental campaigns alive.

    8 September 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 6 September

  1. Gor and Tusker begin CAF continental campaigns with tough tests

    Gor Mahia host reigning CAF Champions League champions Pyramids FC in a preliminary round first leg at Nyayo Stadium, while Tusker begin their Confederation Cup campaign against Al Ahli Madani in Kigali, Rwanda. Gor coach Charles Akonnor describes the Pyramids match as a "litmus test" for his team's readiness.

    6 September 2026 · The Standard →

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 →

Friday 4 September

  1. Otieno brings continental experience to Tusker's CAF debut

    Tusker FC assistant captain John Otieno, drawing on his extensive continental experience with Nairobi United—where he led them to the CAF Confederation Cup group stage—believes his expertise will be crucial as the Brewers begin their campaign against Sudan's Al-Ahli Wad Medani on September 6 in Rwanda.

    4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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 →

  2. Simiyu targets titles and top scorer after Tusker beats Gor

    Tusker FC striker Ian Simiyu scored in the Brewers' 3-1 FKF Super Cup victory over Gor Mahia and has set his sights on winning all available local titles, becoming the league's top scorer, and improving consistency after an inconsistent previous season. Tusker have also qualified for the CAF Confederation Cup.

    24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 6 August

  1. Tusker to face Sudan's Al Ahli Madani in CAF Confederation Cup

    Tusker FC will begin their 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup campaign against Sudan's Al Ahli Madani, hosting the first leg between September 4 and 6 before traveling for the return match a week later. The FKF Cup winners will advance to the second preliminary round if they eliminate Al Ahli Madani, with a place in the group stage at stake.

    6 August 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 30 July

  1. Tusker FC coach Mette seeks patience after CECAFA Kagame exit

    Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette has urged patience following his side's early exit from the CECAFA Kagame Cup after losing 2-0 to Rayon Sports, saying the tournament fulfilled its objective of preparing the team for the upcoming FKF Premier League and CAF Confederation Cup campaigns despite the disappointing results.

    30 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 →

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Tusker use CECAFA Kagame Cup to prepare for CAF debut

    Tusker are competing in the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup, which begins Friday in Rwanda, as preparation for their return to continental football in the CAF Confederation Cup. Coach Julien Mette views the regional tournament as an opportunity to measure the team against East and Central African clubs before their first CAF Confederation Cup campaign since 1994.

    22 July 2026 · The Standard →

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 13 July

  1. Bandari FC appoints ex-Tusker coach Charles Okere

    Bandari FC have named former Tusker FC tactician Charles Okere as head coach, succeeding Bernard Mwalala. Okere was assistant coach at Tusker during their Football Kenya Premier League title wins in 2020/21 and 2023.

    13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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 →

Thursday 9 July

  1. Tusker FC to honour top performers, plan squad rebuild

    Tusker FC will hold its annual Gala Awards on Thursday in Ruaraka to celebrate best performers from the 2025/26 season, following the club's FKF Cup win. The ceremony will precede a major squad rebuild ahead of the 2026/27 season.

    9 July 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 →

Friday 12 June

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

    Tusker FC captain Charles Momanyi says determination will decide Sunday's FKF Cup final against Kenya Police FC, with the Brewers seeking to end their trophy drought and salvage an underwhelming season after finishing ninth in the FKF Premier League.

    12 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 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 →

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 →

Saturday 16 May

  1. History favours Zamalek in CAF Cup final second leg

    Zamalek trails Algerian USM Alger 1-0 in the CAF Confederation Cup final second leg on Saturday. History shows that three teams have previously held solitary-goal first-leg leads in title deciders but all surrendered them in the return match.

    16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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