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National Super League

Also known as: NSL

National Super League — Kenya's second-tier football league with 36 teams competing for automatic promotion to the FKF Premier League, with clubs including Migori Youth, Mombasa United, and 3K FC vying for the title.

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  1. May 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Audio By Vocalize By Derrick Otieno Kabati Youth took a huge leap towards the National Super League (NSL) survival after thumping Luanda Villa 5-0 in match week 35 at St.

    Kabati Youth boost NSL survival hopes with big win over Luanda Villa
  3. Citizen Digital

    Audio By Vocalize 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 as the campaign heads into its final four matches.

    Fortune Sacco's Nderitu eyes NSL's Golden Glove
  4. Citizen Digital

    Jackson Kilonzi May 22, 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 The race for an automatic promotion to the FKF Premier League has reached a boiling point, with the National Super League

    NSL reaches boiling point with a three-horse race for title
  5. Citizen Digital

    Photo Sportpicha Audio By Vocalize Nzoia Sugar head coach Charles Odero has expressed confidence ahead of his side’s National Super League clash against Naivas FC, insisting the team is fully focused on securing all three points as the season enters its final stretch.

    Nzoia Sugar eye vital win against Naivas FC, says coach Odero
  6. Citizen Digital

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    Msa United out to sink Mwatate in NSL title run-in
  7. Citizen Digital

    title-chasing Migori Youth By Brian Kaitano May 19, 2026 12:15 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kibera Black Stars FC players leave pitch after match against Shabana FC during their FKF National Super League

    Kibera Black Stars brace for showdown against title-chasing Migori Youth
  8. The Standard

    ortPesa Premier League match at Kasarani Annex in Nairobi. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] The battle to survive relegation in the SportPesa Premier League is set for a tense finish with five clubs still fighting to avoid joining Bidco United and Sofapaka in the National Super League

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

    SL top spot By Brian Kaitano May 18, 2026 02:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Fortune Sacco striker Collins Mwangi has set his sights on finishing the season as the top scorer in the National Super League

    Collins Mwangi over the moon after his goal sent Migori Youth crumbling out of NSL top spot
  10. Citizen Digital

    nds Okidi first win as Mombasa United sink City Stars By Mark Mutuku May 17, 2026 06:23 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Mombasa United returned to winning ways in the National Super League

    Toeri double hands Okidi first win as Mombasa United sink City Stars
  11. Citizen Digital

    tars braced for 3K FC duel By Brian Kaitano May 15, 2026 07:10 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kibera Black Stars FC players leave pitch after match against Shabana FC during their FKF National Super League

    NSL: Kibera Black Stars braced for 3K FC duel

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

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

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Kibera Black Stars pursue final-day win against Nzoia Sugar

    Kibera Black Stars head coach Iddi Badi has challenged his players to secure victory against Nzoia Sugar in their final National Super League fixture on Sunday, aiming to end the season positively and build momentum for the next campaign. The club sits ninth on the NSL table with 53 points.

    10 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

  2. Coach Selebwa exits Vihiga United following NSL relegation

    Vihiga United coach Gilbert Selebwa is leaving the club after it was relegated from the National Super League to Division One following a 1-1 draw with Luanda Villa. Selebwa blamed a six-point deduction for failing to host Nairobi City Stars as a key factor in the team's downfall, though he believes the squad has players capable of returning to the NSL with proper support.

    9 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

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. Naivas FC seeks fourth straight win against Kabati Youth

    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.

    3 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Migori Youth loses three points over ineligible player

    The FKF Appeals Committee ruled that National Super League leaders Migori Youth fielded an ineligible player, Collins Ouma Otieno, in a January 11, 2026 match against Kabati Youth, and docked the club three points after the committee found the player's registration had been processed as new rather than a transfer and completed outside authorized windows.

    2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. 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

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

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

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

Thursday 21 May

  1. Nzoia Sugar confident of victory over Naivas FC

    Nzoia Sugar head coach Charles Odero says his team is determined to beat Naivas FC in their National Super League fixture this weekend, expressing confidence despite Naivas sitting above them in the standings. The coach said the team has prepared well and has no major injury concerns ahead of the match.

    21 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. 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

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Kibera Black Stars face title-chasing Migori Youth away

    Kibera Black Stars, currently eighth on the National Super League table with 51 points following a 2-1 loss to 3K, travel to face second-placed promotion contenders Migori Youth, who have 68 points despite their own recent defeat.

    19 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. 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

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

Friday 15 May

  1. 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

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

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

Tuesday 5 May

  1. 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

Monday 4 May

  1. Naivas FC beats Kisumu All Stars 4-0 with Anami in form

    Naivas FC thrashed Kisumu All Stars 4-0 in the National Super League, their second consecutive four-goal win. Head coach Elvis Ayany praised striker Derrick Anami, who has scored seven goals in two matches.

    4 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

  2. Sofapaka relegated to National Super League after Mathare draw

    Sofapaka FC has been officially relegated to the National Super League following a 2-2 draw against Mathare United, ending their time in Kenya's Premier League for the first time since their 2009 promotion.

    3 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

Friday 1 May

  1. Nairobi United unbeaten in April, climbs to sixth place

    In their first Premier League season, Nairobi United remained unbeaten over six fixtures in April and rose to sixth place, with victories over Shabana (3-0) and Posta Rangers (2-0), and away wins against Murang'a Seal (4-2) and Mathare United (2-1), while also drawing with Mara Sugar (1-1) and Kakamega Homeboyz (2-2).

    1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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