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Mark Mutuku

2026-04-272026-08-24
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  1. April 2026

  2. Citizen Digital

    Mombasa kicks off new era as Ksh 14M boost ignites grassroots football revolution By Mark Mutuku April 30, 2026 05:57 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize The beautiful game in Mombasa has rece …

    Mombasa kicks off new era as Ksh 14M boost ignites grassroots football revolution

  3. Citizen Digital

    Mombasa United appoint Okidi as head coach in bold push for KPL promotion By Mark Mutuku April 30, 2026 01:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Coach Peter Okidi (L), and Alamin Ahmed (R) - club's Secretary G …

    Mombasa United appoint Okidi as head coach in bold push for KPL promotion

  4. Citizen Digital

    … Photo by Mark Mutuku/Citizen Digital. Audio By Vocalize Fortune Sacco head coach Vincent Nyaberi has underlined the importance of securing maximum points when his side takes on Mwatate United this weekend, insisting that there is no room for complacency as the season enters its d …

    NSL: Fortune Sacco eye Mwatate scalp as NSL season enters home straight

  5. Citizen Digital

    … Photo: Mark Mutuku Audio By Vocalize Migori Youth forward Syphas Otieno has shared his delight after making a successful return from injury, playing a key role in his side’s emphatic 4-0 win over Nzoia Sugar FC in a National Super League (NSL) clash at the weekend. …

    Syphas Otieno returns from injury to boost Migori Youth campaign
Sport

Moalim, Mchulla lead Mombasa United title push

The News

New Mombasa United head coach Abdulhamid Moalim, who guided Tanzanian side Yanga FC to the league title last season, says the newly promoted club is assembling a squad capable of challenging for the Football Kenya Federation Premier League title in the 2026/2027 season. He is assisted by former Mathare United coach Mohamed Ahmed Mchulla, who previously coached Mombasa United when it was known as Modern Coast Rangers.

15 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 15 August

  1. Moalim, Mchulla lead Mombasa United title push

    New Mombasa United head coach Abdulhamid Moalim, who guided Tanzanian side Yanga FC to the league title last season, says the newly promoted club is assembling a squad capable of challenging for the Football Kenya Federation Premier League title in the 2026/2027 season. He is assisted by former Mathare United coach Mohamed Ahmed Mchulla, who previously coached Mombasa United when it was known as Modern Coast Rangers.

    15 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 6 August

  1. Oyoo leads Golden Boot race as Sisi Ni Dola Cup reaches quarter-finals

    Fayaz FC striker Joshua Oyoo and Juve FC's Lemayan Enock are tied at five goals each in the battle for the Golden Boot in the Sisi Ni Dola Cup's second edition, but Oyoo has the upper hand after Juve's elimination in the Round of 16. Azzam United striker Salim Mzara remains in contention with four goals as the tournament enters the quarter-final stage.

    6 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kibera Black Stars recruiting young talent for NSL season

    Kibera Black Stars have begun their third week of preparation for the new National Super League season, focusing on strengthening their squad by recruiting young players, particularly in striking, goalkeeping, and wingbacks. The Nairobi-based club has also lined up pre-season friendlies against Premier League opponents to test the squad.

    6 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Mombasa United releases 14 players ahead of 2026/27 season

    Mombasa United have released 14 players as the club restructures its squad in preparation for the 2026/27 season, with hopes of competing in the Kenyan Premier League. The club awaits a Sports Disputes Tribunal ruling on a case challenging the FKF promotion process, which will determine whether they join the top flight.

    28 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 24 July

  1. Teachers should pursue coaching education to develop football talent

    St. Anthony High School head coach Peter Mayoyo has urged teachers across Kenya to pursue coaching education to help identify and nurture young football talent early. Mayoyo said many schools lack professionally trained coaches, which he believes has slowed football growth and denied gifted youngsters the chance to develop their potential.

    24 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 →

Thursday 9 July

  1. 24 teams compete in second Sisi Ni Dola Super Cup

    The second edition of the Sisi Ni Dola Super Cup kicks off this weekend at Mombasa Sports Club, featuring 24 teams from five Coast region counties (Mombasa, Kwale, Kilifi, Tana River, and Lamu). The tournament runs over five weeks, with the champions earning Ksh1 million and runners-up receiving Ksh500,000.

    9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 3 July

  1. Bandari striker Nyamawi returns from injury for new season

    Bandari FC striker Beja Nyamawi has returned to training after missing much of last season due to injury, and says he is focused on helping the club achieve better results in the 2026/27 Kenya Premier League season.

    3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Driftwood 7s rugby tournament returns August 22-23

    The iconic Driftwood 7s, East Africa's longest-running rugby sevens event, will return to Mombasa Sports Club for the fourth leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit. Last season's tournament sold out completely, combining top-level rugby with coastal culture, music, and entertainment.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 12 June

  1. Three NSL clubs battle for survival in final-day relegation decider

    Kisumu Allstars, Darajani Gogo and MCF face a final-day showdown in the National Super League this Saturday, with one relegation slot remaining and only two points separating the three clubs.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Mombasa United confident in Premier League readiness next season

    Mombasa United's General Manager Gilbert Wesonga said the club is financially prepared for the Kenyan Premier League next season and has already begun planning for the top-flight campaign, with preparations to intensify after a brief post-season break.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Coast region football clubs on rise after years of decline

    Kenya's Coast region, once a heartbeat of Kenyan football that produced legendary players and dominant clubs like Feisal FC and Mwenge FC, is steadily rising again after decades of decline when many clubs folded.

    9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 6 June

  1. Mombasa Municipal Stadium construction resumes after 13 years

    Construction of Mombasa Municipal Stadium has resumed after more than 13 years of delays, following President William Ruto's February announcement that the national government took over the project through the ministry of defence. Football stakeholders in Mombasa have welcomed the intervention and called for acceleration to meet a December completion deadline.

    6 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 28 May

  1. Bandari aims to finish season strongly against Mathare

    Bandari FC seek to end their Kenyan Premier League campaign on a high in their season finale against Mathare United away, following a 1-0 home win over Tusker. Head coach Razak Siwa said the recent victory has boosted team confidence and called on supporters to travel in large numbers.

    28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 25 May

  1. Fortune Sacco goalkeeper Nderitu chases NSL clean sheets award

    Fortune Sacco goalkeeper Malvin Nderitu has set his sights on finishing the season as the top goalkeeper in the National Super League clean sheets standings, currently sitting second with 14 clean sheets, one behind Equity's Onyango Michael who leads with 15 as the campaign heads into its final four matches.

    25 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 21 May

  1. Mombasa United aims to defeat Mwatate in NSL clash

    Mombasa United head coach Peter Okidi expressed confidence ahead of an away match against Mwatate United on 24 May, citing improved team unity and morale following a 2-1 victory over Nairobi City Stars. Mwatate United currently sit at the bottom of the National Super League table with 25 points.

    21 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Fortune Sacco seek to rebound against Talanta in NSL

    Fortune Sacco aim to return to winning form after a 2-1 loss to 3K FC, with head coach Vincent Nyaberi identifying defensive and goalkeeping issues as areas needing improvement ahead of their weekend match against Talanta.

    13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Onchiri backs Mombasa United for KPL promotion push

    Mombasa United forward Nehemiah Onchiri, recently returned from injury, has expressed confidence in his team's chances of earning promotion to the FKF Premier League as the National Super League season enters its final phase, with seven fixtures remaining.

    6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 3 May

  1. NSL leaders Migori Youth draw goalless with Mombasa United

    National Super League leaders Migori Youth were held to a goalless draw by Mombasa United in a tightly contested match at Mombasa Sports Club on Sunday afternoon.

    3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 2 May

  1. Bandari advance to FKF Cup semi-finals after defeating Mfalme

    Bandari defeated Division One side Mfalme FC 5-2 at Mbaraki Sports Ground in Mombasa to book their place in the FKF Cup semi-finals, where they will face Police. Striker Amza Ndayou scored four goals while William Wadri added the fifth for Bandari.

    2 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 30 April

  1. Mombasa receives Ksh 14 million for grassroots football teams

    Mombasa county government unveiled a Ksh 14 million sponsorship package to benefit 155 local football teams, covering affiliation fees and referees' costs throughout the league season for clubs under the Mombasa County Football Association and Football Kenya Federation.

    30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Mombasa United appoints Okidi as head coach for promotion push

    Mombasa United have appointed former Shabana FC coach Peter Okidi as head coach for the remaining eight National Super League matches, with further contract discussions expected after the season. Okidi, who also serves as assistant coach of Kenya's U-17 national team, aims to guide the club toward promotion to the Kenyan Premier League.

    30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Fortune Sacco seeks crucial win over Mwatate in NSL title race

    Fortune Sacco head coach Vincent Nyaberi has emphasized the importance of securing maximum points against Mwatate United this weekend with nine matches remaining in the NSL season, calling each fixture "a final" as the league campaign enters its decisive phase.

    29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 27 April

  1. Syphas Otieno returns from injury, scores in Migori Youth win

    Migori Youth forward Syphas Otieno, after three weeks out, made a late appearance and scored in his team's 4-0 victory over Nzoia Sugar FC in the National Super League, bringing his goal tally to 18 and level with Collins Mwangi for the Golden Boot.

    27 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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