Head coach of Tusker FC who led the club to FKF Cup victory in June 2026 and CAF Confederation Cup qualification.
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Tusker's Mette hails Tusker's Super Cup win over Gor Mahia By Geoffrey Mwamburi August 24, 2026 08:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette celebrates with player Servyl Akouala …
Tusker's Mette hails Tusker's Super Cup win over Gor MahiaThe Standard
… If the Brewers eliminate Al Ahli Madani, they will face either South Sudan’s Al Ghazala SC Wau or Tanzania’s Singida Black Stars in the next round, with a place in the lucrative group stage at stake.Head coach Julien Mette believes the draw will play a key role in determining how …
Tusker to face Sudan's Al Ahli Madani in CAF Confederation Cup qualifiersCitizen Digital
Mette urges patience as Tusker exit CECAFA Kagame Cup winless By Jackson Kilonzi July 30, 2026 12:41 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette during their FKF Cup final against Keny …
Mette urges patience as Tusker exit CECAFA Kagame Cup winlessCitizen 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 SportsCitizen Digital
… Most of the strikers are very hungry, they want to score and that's a good spirit." Head coach Julien Mette expects a difficult encounter against a Rayon Sports side backed by home support but remains confident his players are adapting well despite changes in the attacking depart …
Kagame Cup: Tusker seek win against hosts Rayon SportsCitizen Digital
Tusker building squad to challenge Africa's best, says Mette By Festus Lango July 23, 2026 12:10 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette during their FKF Cup final against Kenya Po …
Tusker building squad to challenge Africa's best, says MetteThe Standard
… The Brewers head to Rwanda looking to build momentum before beginning their CAF Confederation Cup campaign, with coach Julien Mette viewing the competition as an important opportunity to measure his team against some of East and Central Africa's strongest clubs. …
Tusker target strong start as CECAFA Kagame Cup offers ideal CAF testCitizen Digital
… Having secured Kenya's slot in the CAF Confederation Cup after lifting the FKF Cup last season, Tusker head coach Julien Mette said the club has already begun strengthening the squad with management's backing with sights firmly set on league title after placing fourth in 2025/26 …
Tusker stars told to 'sober up' and challenge for KPL title next seasonCitizen Digital
Mette plans Tusker attack around FKF Cup hero Simiyu By Festus Lango June 18, 2026 01:00 (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. …
Mette plans Tusker attack around FKF Cup hero SimiyuCitizen Digital
… The forward joined Tusker from National Super League side Naivas FC and initially struggled for regular playing time following Julien Mette’s arrival in February. …
The rise and rise of Ian Simiyu, Tusker’s golden boy behind Cup successTusker 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.
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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.
19 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette says winger Ian Simiyu will play a central role in his plans for next season after scoring two first-half goals to help the Brewers lift the FKF Cup with a 2-1 victory over Kenya Police. Mette praised Simiyu's pace and impact, noting the player had previously been used off the bench but demonstrated his ability to score and help the team win.
18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Head coach Julien Mette told Tusker players to keep calm and stay mentally prepared as they face KCB in an FKF Cup semi-final on Saturday at Nyayo Stadium. Tusker, currently seventh in the league with one win in their last four matches, are seeking to end a troubled season by winning the cup.
14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →