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Mwatate United

Mwatate United — FKF National Super League club relegated to Division One after the 2025/26 season.

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May 2026
21 MayCitizen Digital
Msa United out to sink Mwatate in NSL title run-in By Mark Mutuku May 21, 2026 11:11 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Mombasa United players Samuel Atta (L) and Dennis Toeri celebrate a goal in a past match. …
Msa United out to sink Mwatate in NSL title run-in
15 MayCitizen Digital
… me advantage heading into the fixture," he said.‎‎The tactician said his players are fully prepared and motivated for the challenge as they seek to slow down one of the league’s most consistent teams this season.‎‎Kibera head into the match after a 1-1 draw away to Mwatate United …
NSL: Kibera Black Stars braced for 3K FC duel
8 MayThe Standard
… In a statement DCI said that its Anti-Narcotics Unit (ANU) detectives from the coastal region recovered a packet of heroin and two sacks brimming with suspected cannabis sativa in Mwatate. …
Police recover suspected heroin, bhang in three counties
5 MayCitizen Digital
… Mwangi, who leads the scoring charts with 19 goals, was once again decisive last weekend, netting the winner in a 1-0 victory over Mwatate United to boost Fortune’s push for a top-tier place. …
Mwangi shines as suspension hits Fortune Sacco promotion push
April 2026
29 AprCitizen Digital
NSL: Fortune Sacco eye Mwatate scalp as NSL season enters home straight By Brian Kaitano April 29, 2026 03:34 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Answar Shamuni of Msa United (in a blue shirt) in action against …
NSL: Fortune Sacco eye Mwatate scalp as NSL season enters home straight

Sport

Sports Disputes Tribunal upholds FKF promotion and relegation rules

The News

Mombasa football stakeholders have welcomed the Sports Disputes Tribunal's decision to uphold the Football Kenya Federation's 2025 promotion and relegation regulations, clearing the way for three NSL teams to earn promotion to the KPL while three top-flight sides will be relegated. Mombasa United, who finished third in the NSL, have consequently secured their place in next season's KPL.

10 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 10 August

Sports Disputes Tribunal upholds FKF promotion and relegation rules
Mombasa football stakeholders have welcomed the Sports Disputes Tribunal's decision to uphold the Football Kenya Federation's 2025 promotion and relegation regulations, clearing the way for three NSL teams to earn promotion to the KPL while three top-flight sides will be relegated. Mombasa United, who finished third in the NSL, have consequently secured their place in next season's KPL.
10 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 13 June

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

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 →

Monday 8 June

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 →

Friday 5 June

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

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 →

Tuesday 2 June

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

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

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

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 →

Thursday 21 May

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 →

Friday 15 May

Kibera Black Stars face high-flying 3K FC in NSL clash
Kibera Black Stars have intensified preparations for a National Super League match against 3K FC, who have gone 12 matches without defeat. Head coach Iddi Badi expressed confidence in the team's ability to secure victory at home despite 3K's impressive form.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 8 May

DCI recovers heroin and cannabis in three counties
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations' Anti-Narcotics Unit recovered suspected heroin and cannabis sativa in Nairobi, Kitui and Taita Taveta counties, arresting one man in Taita Taveta identified as Charles Mwakala Mngolia, 42, who is suspected to be the mastermind of illicit drug trade. Officers also conducted a raid in Lang'ata, Nairobi, where they recovered seven sacks of suspected cannabis sativa, along with weighing scales and packaging materials from a residential house believed to be used as a storage and distribution point.
8 May 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 5 May

Fortune Sacco striker Mwangi suspended, leads NSL scoring race
Fortune Sacco striker Collins Mwangi, who leads the National Super League scoring charts with 19 goals, will miss Wednesday's clash against Soy United after accumulating five yellow cards. Mwangi scored the winner in a 1-0 victory over Mwatate United, but the suspension comes at a crucial moment as Fortune pushes for promotion to the Kenyan Premier League.
5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 29 April

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 →