… Promoted clubs bring new communities into the gameThe promoted clubs add another layer to the 2026/27 campaign. 3K FC, Migori Youth and Mombasa United are making their top-flight debut after successful campaigns in the National Super League. …
… Bandari had been scheduled to face AFC Leopards and were already in Nairobi, while Kenya Police were preparing to travel to Migori to face National Super League champions Migori Youth. …
… Following the conclusion of the 2025/2026 season, Kariobangi Sharks, Sofapaka and Bidco United would be relegated, while Migori Youth, 3K FC and Mombasa United would earn automatic promotion. …
… NSL champions Migori Youth were due to face Kenya Police FC at Green Stadium in Awendo, while record league champions Gor Mahia were set to begin their campaign against Murang’a SEAL at Nyayo Stadium.Wednesday’s fixtures included Nairobi United against KCB at Police Sacco Stadium …
… Subscribe to our newsletterNew boys 3K FC will make their top-flight debut against Mara Sugar at Embu Stadium tomorrow, while former champions Mathare United host APS Bomet at Police Sacco Grounds.On Tuesday, Migori Youth welcome Kenya Police to Awendo Green Stadium, while Ulinzi …
… Tuesday’s fixtures included a meeting between Ulinzi Stars and defending FKF Cup champions Tusker FC at Ulinzi Sports Complex.NSL champions Migori Youth were also scheduled to play Kenya Police FC at Green Stadium in Awendo, while record league champions Gor Mahia were due to beg …
… ts the teams, it affects all the players, it affects all these sponsors, and we will affect all these fans because it is one ecosystem that must work together on the set timelines.” Sharks, Bidco United and Sofapaka were relegated, while NSL champions Mombasa United, Migori Youth …
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… clinch Green Legacy Cup on penalties By Angel Shantel August 16, 2026 06:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Gor Mahia came from two goals down to draw 2-2 with newly promoted Migori Youth …
… Gor Mahia will begin preparations for the new season on Sunday when they face newly promoted Migori Youth FC in the Legacy Cup at Nyayo National Stadium. …
The 2026–27 SportPesa League season is billed as a defining moment for Kenyan football, bringing together defending champions Gor Mahia, rivals, newly promoted clubs and supporters ahead of AFCON 2027. The previous campaign saw Gor Mahia finish as champions with 69 points, while AFC Leopards ended with 64 points and Kenya Police with 55 points.
The 2026–27 SportPesa League season is billed as a defining moment for Kenyan football, bringing together defending champions Gor Mahia, rivals, newly promoted clubs and supporters ahead of AFCON 2027. The previous campaign saw Gor Mahia finish as champions with 69 points, while AFC Leopards ended with 64 points and Kenya Police with 55 points.
Bandari FC head coach Charles Okere said a 2-0 pre-season friendly victory against Kenya Police provided an opportunity to evaluate his squad ahead of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League season, which was postponed. Alex Kipruto and Lawrence Okoth scored in the match at Police Sacco Stadium.
A High Court ruling on August 28, 2026, regarding promotion and relegation regulations has created legal uncertainty for the Kenyan Premier League, with dispute centered on whether 2025 or 2019 rules apply to the 2026/2027 season. The 2025 regulations introduced automatic relegation of three teams and direct promotion of three National Super League teams, eliminating a playoff system, which Kariobangi Sharks challenged at the Sports Disputes Tribunal on procedural grounds.
The Football Kenya Federation has postponed the opening round of the 2026/27 League season, with all matches scheduled between August 31 and September 2, 2026, called off to allow further consultations with participating clubs and league sponsors over management of the new season.
The Football Kenya Federation announced the 2026-2027 SportPesa Premier League will start on Monday following a High Court ruling clearing the way, but at least 12 clubs have said they will not participate until the federation holds a proper meeting and addresses outstanding issues. Sports lawyer Ken Ochieng has warned that FKF lacks necessary committees, including an appeals committee, to properly manage disputes during the season.
The Football Kenya Federation has postponed the opening round of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League season, with all matches scheduled between August 31 and September 2, 2026 called off to allow consultations over promotion, relegation, and competition management.
FKF National Executive Committee member Dan Shikanda says uncertainty over Kariobangi Sharks' relegation, which is subject to a stay order, is putting Kenyan football in a difficult position and risks delaying the Kenya Premier League season scheduled to start this weekend.
Migori Youth, promoted to the FKF Premier League after finishing with 81 points in the National Super League, are preparing for their maiden campaign in the top flight. Head coach Salim Babu said the team is focusing on building confidence and avoiding relegation, drawing encouragement from a 2-2 draw against champions Gor Mahia in the Green Legacy Cup.
Gor Mahia came from two goals down to draw 2–2 with Migori Youth, then won 4–3 on penalties to lift the Green Legacy Cup at Nyayo National Stadium on August 16.
Gor Mahia have ruled out releasing key players under contract despite foreign clubs expressing interest following the team's run to the CECAFA Kagame Cup final. The club says it needs a strong squad for upcoming CAF Champions League matches and defence of their domestic title.
Gor Mahia will play newly promoted Migori Youth in the Green Legacy Cup on Sunday, August 16 at Nyayo Stadium in a charity match organised by Zamzam Foundation Kenya to raise funds for food security and environmental conservation projects.
Promotion specialist Gilbert Selebwa has been appointed MOFA FC coach with the goal of securing the National Super League side's promotion to the FKF Premier League next season. The former AFC Leopards coach, who has previously guided Shabana FC and Mombasa United to top-flight promotion, met his new players and technical staff for the first time on Monday as pre-season preparations began.
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.
Wycliffe Awiko, a 23-year-old defender from Shabana FC, has joined Nairobi United ahead of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League season. Awiko, who was among the league's standout defenders last season, cited the club's ambition and experience as reasons for the move.
Kibera Black Stars head coach Iddi Badi attributed his team's ninth-place finish in the National Super League to their poor home record and inability to sustain winning runs, noting they collected better results away than at home despite finishing with 53 points.
Migori Youth FC won the 2025/26 National Super League title following a 1-1 draw against 3K FC at Moi Stadium, Embu, finishing with 81 points and earning promotion to Kenya's top-flight football.
The 2025/26 FKF National Super League season ended with Migori Youth as champions, securing promotion alongside 3K FC and Mombasa United to the FKF Premier League. MCF FC, Vihiga United, and Mwatate United were relegated to the FKF Division One league.
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.
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.
Fortune Sacco striker Collins Mwangi, who leads the National Super League with 23 goals, aims to win the Golden Boot award and reach his personal target of 27 goals in the team's season-ending match against MCF on Saturday.
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.
Migori Youth secured promotion to the Kenyan Premier League after a 2-1 win over Equity in the National Super League, marking a turnaround for a club that finished 14th last season and is now set to compete in the top tier.
Police arrested a man who attempted to breach security at a football match between Migori Youth and Equity Bank at Awendo Green Stadium on Sunday, pulling out a loaded CZ pistol when security tried to stop him. The suspect was disguised as a KDF member and had possession of a firearm belonging to a licensed holder.
Police in Migori arrested a man who attempted to force his way into the VIP section during a football match at Sony Green Stadium in Awendo while carrying a loaded CZ pistol with 10 rounds of ammunition. A licensed civilian firearm holder was also arrested after admitting he provided the weapon to the suspect, who had been masquerading as a Kenya Defence Forces member.
Migori Youth won the FKF National Super League title and secured promotion to the SportPesa Premier League after defeating Equity Bank 2-1, finishing with 80 points and an unassailable five-point lead with one round remaining.
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.
The National Super League heads into its penultimate round with Migori Youth, top of the standings with 77 points, hosting fourth-placed Equity Bank in a match that could secure the title and automatic promotion to the FKF Premier League. Migori Youth lead second-placed 3K FC by four points, while Equity Bank sit on 71 points in contention for a promotion playoff spot.
Fortune Sacco head coach Vincent Nyaberi has linked his side's recent struggles to a loss of motivation among players following the team's failure to remain in contention for the top three positions and promotion to the Premier League. The club has gone three consecutive matches without a victory and currently occupy seventh place in the league standings.
Naivas FC of the National Super League will face Kabati Youth in an upcoming league fixture, looking to extend their impressive form after securing a convincing 2-0 victory over Luanda Villa for their third consecutive win. Head coach Elvis Ayani emphasized the importance of remaining focused and not underestimating their opponents despite Kabati Youth's struggles in the league standings.
The Sports Disputes Tribunal has temporarily suspended an FKF Appeals Committee ruling that docked Migori Youth FC three points for fielding an ineligible player in a January match against Kabati Youth FC. The interim orders stay in effect pending a full hearing of the case.