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Mombasa United

Mombasa United — football club promoted to Kenya's top tier after finishing third in the 2025/26 National Super League.

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    "We are delighted that the Coast will have two teams in the Kenya Premier League next season- Mombasa United and Bandari FC.

    24 teams set for second edition of Sisi Ni Dola Super Cup
  3. Citizen Digital

    Mombasa United, Marine Queens feted after KPL, NSL promitions By Mark Mutuku July 03, 2026 11:34 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Mombasa County Governor Abdulswamad Sharif Nassir (R), Mombasa United Preside

    Mombasa United, Marine Queens feted after KPL, NSL promitions
  4. June 2026
  5. Citizen Digital

    ng so, Benni McCarthy can even get more players for Harambee Stars when the league teams are sponsored,” he added. ‎The 2025/26 NSL season saw Migori Youth emerge as champions, earning automatic promotion to the FKF Premier League. 3K FC secured second place, while Mombasa United

    ‎Badi blames poor home form for Kibera Black Stars' mid-table finish, calls for NSL sponsorship
  6. Citizen Digital

    Mombasa United secured the third and final promotion spot with 76 points. The high-stakes encounter drew a host of dignitaries, including Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku, Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire, Migori Governor Ochillo Ayacko and President’s son George Ruto, among other not

    Migori Youth crowned NSL winners after Embu thriller
  7. Citizen Digital

    teams promoted to top league as season ends By Jackson Kilonzi June 13, 2026 07:37 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Migori Youth FC Striker Syphas Otieno in action in a past NSL match against Mombasa United

    Three NSL teams promoted to top league as season ends
  8. Citizen Digital

    and MCF’s NSL relegation battle set for dramatic final chapter By Jackson Kilonzi June 12, 2026 04:07 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Darajani Gogo goalkeeper Dickens Okoth in action against Mombasa United

    Kisumu Allstars, Darajani Gogo and MCF’s NSL relegation battle set for dramatic final chapter
  9. Citizen Digital

    Mombasa United ready for demanding Premier League, says Wesonga By Mark Mutuku June 12, 2026 02:21 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Mombasa United players regroup to say a player during a past National Super

    Mombasa United ready for demanding Premier League, says Wesonga
  10. Citizen Digital

    Their impressive campaign has earned them automatic promotion, while Mombasa United, who occupy second place with 75 points, have also secured a place in next season's Premier League.

    Syphas Otieno realises long-term dream of top flight football after Migori promotion to KPL
  11. The Standard

    The victory lifted Migori Youth to 80 points, five ahead of second-placed Mombasa United and seven clear of third-placed 3K FC.

    Migori Youth crowned National Super League champions
  12. Citizen Digital

    Mombasa United edge Nzoia Sugar to keep promotion dream alive By Mark Mutuku June 07, 2026 06:52 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Mombasa United boosted their Kenya Premier League promotion

    Mombasa United edge Nzoia Sugar to keep promotion dream alive
Sport

24 teams compete in second Sisi Ni Dola Super Cup

The News

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

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. Mombasa United, Marine Queens promoted in Kenyan football

    Mombasa United secured third place in the National Super League, earning promotion to the Kenyan Premier League for the 2026/27 season. Marine Queens also won promotion to the Women's National Super League, with both clubs celebrated at a gala ceremony in Mombasa.

    3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 15 June

  1. Kibera Black Stars coach blames poor home form for ninth-place NSL finish

    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.

    15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 14 June

  1. Migori Youth crowned NSL champions after Embu draw

    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.

    14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 13 June

  1. Three NSL teams promoted to FKF Premier League

    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.

    13 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

Monday 8 June

  1. Migori Youth promoted to KPL after NSL victory

    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.

    8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Migori Youth crowned National Super League champions

    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.

    8 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 7 June

  1. Mombasa United beat Nzoia Sugar to boost promotion hopes

    Mombasa United defeated Nzoia Sugar 1-0 in their final home match of the season, with defender David Wanyama scoring in the second half to keep their Kenya Premier League promotion dream alive.

    7 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. 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

Friday 5 June

  1. Migori Youth seek NSL title with one match left

    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.

    5 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 4 June

  1. Fortune Sacco coach attributes slump to lost promotion hopes

    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.

    4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 3 June

  1. 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

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Migori Youth one win away from NSL title, promotion

    Migori Youth FC defeated Kisumu All Stars 1-0 on Matchday 36, with striker Syphas Otieno scoring the winning goal. The victory leaves Migori Youth needing just one more win to clinch the NSL title and earn automatic promotion to the 2026/27 FKF Premier League.

    2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 30 May

  1. Three NSL clubs fight for promotion with four points separating top three

    Migori Youth leads the FKF National Super League with 74 points, followed by Mombasa United (72) and 3K FC (70), with less than three matches remaining in the race for promotion to the SportPesa Premier League. The top three are separated by just four points, with fourth-placed Equity Bank and fifth-placed MOFA also within striking distance.

    30 May 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 28 May

  1. Kabati Youth defeats Luanda Villa 5-0 to improve NSL survival chances

    Kabati Youth beat Luanda Villa 5-0 at St. Sebastian Park in match week 35, with Dennis Ndungu scoring a hat-trick and Abdi Mbogo and Stanley Maina adding one goal each. The victory leaves the NSL debutants in 17th place with 32 points, level on points with Darajani Gogo in the final safety spot but ahead on goal difference with three matches remaining.

    28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 22 May

  1. NSL title race: three teams tied on points with five matches remaining

    The race for automatic promotion to the FKF Premier League is intensifying with joint leaders 3K FC, Migori Youth, and Mombasa United all tied at 68 points after 33 matches, with only five matches left to play. Any slip-up in the remaining fixtures could determine whether clubs secure top-flight football next season or spend another year in the second tier.

    22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 18 May

  1. Mwangi's goal ousts Migori Youth from NSL top spot

    Fortune Sacco striker Collins Mwangi scored the decisive goal in a 1-0 victory that sent Migori Youth out of the National Super League's top spot. With 21 goals, Mwangi leads the scoring chart with five matches remaining and is targeting the league's top-scorer award.

    18 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 17 May

  1. Mombasa United beats City Stars 2-1 with Toeri double

    Mombasa United defeated Nairobi City Stars 2-1 in a National Super League match at Mbaraki Sports Ground, with Dennis Toeri scoring twice — once from open play and once from a penalty — to hand coach Okidi his first win.

    17 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

Tuesday 12 May

  1. 3K FC goalkeeper confident of club's promotion hopes

    3K FC goalkeeper Emmanuel Kulwa says the club is on the right path to securing promotion to the Kenyan Premier League after a 2-1 victory over Fortune Sacco in the Mountain Derby. The club currently sits second in the National Super League standings with 65 points, level with Mombasa United but three points behind league leaders Migori Youth.

    12 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

Thursday 30 April

  1. 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

Monday 27 April

  1. Peter Okidi set to become Mombasa United head coach

    Former Shabana FC coach Peter Okidi is poised to replace Gilbert Selebwa as head coach of Mombasa United, which currently sits second in the National Super League standings as it pushes for promotion to the Kenyan Premier League.

    27 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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