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Kariobangi Sharks

Kariobangi Sharks — SportPesa Premier League club, fighting relegation in the 2025/26 season with 35 points.

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In coverage

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  1. May 2026
  2. The Standard

    Kariobangi Sharks are just above them with 33 points while Posta Rangers and APS Bomet both sit on 37 points.

    Fight for survival now down to one team as Bidco, Sofapaka relegated
  3. Citizen Digital

    er: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); Wednesday’s 2-0 defeat to title-chasing AFC Leopards at Nyayo Stadium left Ulinzi rooted in the relegation zone in 16th place with 32 points, one behind 15th-placed Kariobangi Sharks

    Mulinge urges Ulinzi to unleash attacking 'DNA' in KPL survival fight
  4. The Standard

    However, Kariobangi Sharks, who play today against Nairobi United at Police Sacco Stadium from 2 pm, will move above them if they win.

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

    A win for either side would provide breathing space heading into the final rounds.Kariobangi Sharks are also under pressure as they host Nairobi United.

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

    boola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); The Kenya Under-20 international becomes the second youngest player to win the monthly accolade, following Kariobangi Sharks

    Nairobi United sensation Wangaya named April Player of the Month
  7. The Standard

    The Kenya U20 international becomes the second youngest winner of the accolade, following in the footsteps of Kariobangi Sharks’ teenage star Humphrey Aroko, 17, who claimed the award in February.“I’m really honoured to win this award,” said Wangaya after receiving the award at J

    Wangaya lands April's Player of the Month
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. The Standard

    Tusker edged Kariobangi Sharks 1-0 in the last round, while Ulinzi Stars also secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Kakamega Homeboyz.

    Nairobi Utd, Tusker and Police chase FKF Cup semi-final spots
  11. April 2026
  12. Citizen Digital

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    Sofapaka on the brink of relegation after dismal season

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

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Shabana FC denies reports of unpaid player salaries

    Shabana FC's team manager and communications officer have dismissed claims that the club owes players unpaid salaries, describing the reports as unfounded propaganda. The manager said players are paid between the 12th and 19th of each month and have received their previous month's salaries.

    16 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

Thursday 4 June

  1. Standard journalist Onyango wins Golden Pen sports journalism award

    Standard Group sports journalist Washington Onyango has won the Golden Pen Award, organised under the SportPesa Premier League Gala Awards, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to sports journalism including coverage of the SportPesa Premier League, school games, and national team developments.

    4 June 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 3 June

  1. SPL Gala Awards celebrate season excellence tomorrow

    The SportPesa Premier League's inaugural Gala Awards will take place tomorrow to honour the league's finest players, coaches, clubs, and fans. Among the night's highlights, Enock Morrison, Jimmy Owili, and Joseph Waithira are shortlisted for Player of the Season, while Charles Akonnor, Fred Ambani, and Sammy Omollo compete for Coach of the Season after Gor Mahia's title-winning campaign.

    3 June 2026 · The Standard

  2. NSL promotion race clouded by uncertainty over FKF rules

    As the National Super League season nears completion with two rounds remaining, clubs are unsure about promotion and relegation rules, creating confusion despite an intense title race where Migori Youth lead with 77 points and a four-point advantage.

    3 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

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. 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

Wednesday 20 May

  1. 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

Tuesday 19 May

  1. 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

Thursday 14 May

  1. Ulinzi coach urges attacking play in KPL relegation fight

    Ulinzi Stars head coach James Mulinge Ndeto has called on the team to embrace their attacking "DNA" as they battle relegation with three Kenya Premier League matches remaining. Ulinzi are in 16th place with 32 points after a 2-0 defeat to AFC Leopards, facing their first relegation threat since promotion in 1998.

    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

Friday 8 May

  1. Nairobi United's Wangaya wins Kenya Premier League Player of the Month

    Kevin Wangaya, a 20-year-old Nairobi United forward, has been named the Kenya Premier League Player of the Month for April, contributing three goals and three assists in five matches as his side maintained an unbeaten run. He is the second youngest player to win the monthly award.

    8 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Wangaya wins SportPesa Premier League Player of Month

    Nairobi United forward Wangaya was named the SportPesa Premier League Player of the Month for April after registering three goals and three assists in five matches as the team went unbeaten. The 20-year-old Kenya U20 international becomes the second youngest winner of the accolade.

    8 May 2026 · The Standard

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

  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

Monday 27 April

  1. Aroko and Okidi win SportPesa League February monthly awards

    Kariobangi Sharks' 18-year-old Humphrey Aroko was named player of the month, while Peter Okidi won manager of the month after leading his former team to four wins without conceding a goal in February.

    27 April 2026 · The Standard

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

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