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Julien Mette

Also known as: Juliet Mette · Head Coach Juliet Mette

Head coach of Tusker FC who led the club to FKF Cup victory in June 2026 and guided their CAF Confederation Cup campaign.

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  1. May 2026

  2. Citizen Digital

    Tusker's Mette rallies charges ahead of season-ender after Ulinzi blow By Festus Lango May 28, 2026 12:30 (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 after his side secured …

    Tusker's Mette rallies charges ahead of season-ender after Ulinzi blow

  3. Citizen Digital

    … On the other hand, Tusker head coach Julien Mette expressed disappointment with the result. …

    Bandari FC end seven-match winless run with narrow victory over Tusker

  4. Citizen Digital

    Mette demands clinical finishing as Tusker chase FKF Cup gong By Festus Lango May 21, 2026 01:06 (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 after his side secured a hard-fo …

    Mette demands clinical finishing as Tusker chase FKF Cup gong

  5. Citizen Digital

    … Audio By Vocalize By Ade Attere Head coach Julien Mette Thursday told his players to keep calm as Tusker gear up for a crucial FKF Cup semi-final showdown against KCB on Saturday at Nyayo Stadium. …

    Tusker ready to intoxicate KCB in high stakes FKF Cup clash
Sport

Tusker advances in Confederation Cup; Gor Mahia exits Champions League

The News

Gor Mahia exited the CAF Champions League after losing 5-1 to Pyramids FC in Cairo on Sunday, bowing out 7-1 on aggregate, while Tusker narrowly survived in the Confederation Cup. The contrasting results expose gaps between Kenyan clubs and leading African sides, with both teams entering continental assignments without competitive league matches due to the delayed SportPesa Premier League start.

15 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Tusker advances in Confederation Cup; Gor Mahia exits Champions League

    Gor Mahia exited the CAF Champions League after losing 5-1 to Pyramids FC in Cairo on Sunday, bowing out 7-1 on aggregate, while Tusker narrowly survived in the Confederation Cup. The contrasting results expose gaps between Kenyan clubs and leading African sides, with both teams entering continental assignments without competitive league matches due to the delayed SportPesa Premier League start.

    15 September 2026 · The Standard →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Tusker knocked out of Kagame Cup after Rayon Sports loss

    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 →

  2. Tusker face Rayon Sports in Kagame Cup Group C fixture

    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 →

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 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 18 June

  1. Tusker coach plans to build attack around FKF Cup hero Simiyu

    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 →

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. 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 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. 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 →

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 →

Thursday 14 May

  1. Tusker coach urges calm ahead of FKF Cup semi-final against KCB

    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 →

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