Also known as: the Brewers · FKF Cup champions Tusker FC
Tusker FC — FKF Cup winners competing in CAF Confederation Cup; preparing for 2026/27 season with squad reinforcements.
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The Standard
… Their meeting is expected to be one of the biggest matches of the weekend because both sides have shown good form and have serious ambitions of lifting the FKF Cup.Another big clash will see Ulinzi Stars take on Tusker tomorrow afternoon at the same venue. …
Nairobi Utd, Tusker and Police chase FKF Cup semi-final spotsCitizen Digital
… Ulinzi Stars, who also have 31 points, will not be in league action this weekend due to their FKF Cup clash against Tusker, a situation that could leave them vulnerable depending on how results unfold around them. …
Sofapaka on the brink of relegation after dismal seasonCitizen Digital
… With positions tightening at the top, this encounter could further define the hierarchy among the leading contenders.In mid-table, Tusker FC take on Mara Sugar FC, with both sides enjoying relatively stable runs of form. …
KPL preview: Mashemeji Derby set to shape title raceKCB Rugby will defend their title at the Kabeberi Sevens, the third leg of the National Sevens Circuit, this weekend at RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi. The defending champions have won the last four editions and are drawn in Pool D alongside Kabras RFC, MMUST Rugby, and Nakuru RFC.
11 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
KCB Rugby will defend their title at the Kabeberi Sevens, the third leg of the National Sevens Circuit, this weekend at RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi. The defending champions have won the last four editions and are drawn in Pool D alongside Kabras RFC, MMUST Rugby, and Nakuru RFC.
11 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
Gor Mahia and Tusker FC learned their continental opponents in Thursday's CAF interclub competitions draw. Gor Mahia will face reigning African champions Pyramids FC of Egypt in the Champions League first preliminary round, with the first leg at home between September 4–6 and the return fixture in Egypt from September 11–13.
6 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker FC will begin their 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup campaign against Sudan's Al Ahli Madani, hosting the first leg between September 4 and 6 before traveling for the return match a week later. The FKF Cup winners will advance to the second preliminary round if they eliminate Al Ahli Madani, with a place in the group stage at stake.
6 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kibera Black Stars team manager Kevin Adongo has set his sights on guiding the side to the FKF Premier League in the 2026/2027 FKF National Super League season, following the team's eighth-place finish in the previous campaign.
3 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kariobangi Sharks secured Congolese striker David Polepole from Tusker FC. Polepole vowed to rediscover his goal-scoring form after a challenging previous season, saying he is ready to work hard and be competitive for the FKF Premier League side.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette has urged patience following his side's early exit from the CECAFA Kagame Cup after losing 2-0 to Rayon Sports, saying the tournament fulfilled its objective of preparing the team for the upcoming FKF Premier League and CAF Confederation Cup campaigns despite the disappointing results.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan side Tusker FC lost 1-0 to Rayon Sports of Rwanda in the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup, marking their second consecutive defeat in Group C and eliminating them from the knockout stages.
29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The 2026 National Sevens Circuit's second leg, the Dala Sevens, takes place August 1–2 at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mamboleo, with Tusker injecting Ksh.1.5 million and hosting the official after-parties on both days.
29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan side Tusker seek their first points at the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup after a 2-0 opening loss to Al Hilal, facing hosts Rayon Sports in Group C on Wednesday in Kigali.
29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kakamega Homeboyz have signed striker Ibrahim Joshua and defender Charles Momanyi from Tusker, and Geoffrey Ochieng (formerly Gor Mahia assistant captain) as the club seeks to improve on their sixth-place finish from the previous season.
28 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FKF Cup champions Tusker FC have landed in Kigali for the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup (July 24–August 7), where they will compete among 12 clubs as preparation for continental competition next season. The Brewers were invited to replace withdrawn Sudanese side Al Merriekh.
24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette says the club is building a stronger, deeper squad to compete with Africa's elite in the CAF Confederation Cup, noting that quality recruitment and a favourable preliminary-round draw will be key to their continental ambitions.
23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker are competing in the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup, which begins Friday in Rwanda, as preparation for their return to continental football in the CAF Confederation Cup. Coach Julien Mette views the regional tournament as an opportunity to measure the team against East and Central African clubs before their first CAF Confederation Cup campaign since 1994.
22 July 2026 · The Standard →
Tusker FC have signed 25-year-old Ivorian winger Aboubacar Doumbia from Saudi Arabian First Division side Al Orobah. Doumbia brings experience from Saudi Arabia, Cyprus and Israel, and represented Ivory Coast at Under-20, Under-23 and senior levels, including at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
KF Cup champions Tusker FC have signed 25-year-old Ivorian winger Aboubacar Doumbia from Saudi Arabian First Division side Al Orobah. Doumbia, who has played in Saudi Arabia, Cyprus and Israel, is expected to add pace and creativity to Tusker's attack as the club prepares for the FKF Premier League, CAF Confederation Cup and CECAFA Kagame Cup.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker has announced a Sh1.5 million sponsorship for the 2026 Prinsloo Sevens, supporting the National Sevens Circuit tournament scheduled for July 25–26 at Nakuru Athletic Club. The brewer will also host the tournament's official after-parties on both days.
17 July 2026 · The Standard →
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 →
Tusker FC have begun a squad overhaul ahead of the 2026/27 season, signing Nigerian striker Victor Mbaoma from Remo Stars and extending contracts of midfielder Fabian Adikiny and forward Ian Simiyu, as the club aims to challenge for the domestic league title after finishing fourth in the 2025/26 campaign.
10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker FC will hold its annual Gala Awards on Thursday in Ruaraka to celebrate best performers from the 2025/26 season, following the club's FKF Cup win. The ceremony will precede a major squad rebuild ahead of the 2026/27 season.
9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Industry leaders say Africa's beverage market must invest more aggressively in innovation, stronger brands, and consumer intelligence to unlock economic potential. The continent's food and beverage market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of about 7–8 per cent through 2030, driven by urbanisation, a youthful population, and rising disposable incomes, though counterfeiting, currency volatility, and supply chain disruptions pose threats.
8 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Police's men's team aims to reclaim the Kenya Premier League title, while the women's team targets qualification for the CAF Women's Champions League after winning the Kenya Women's Premier League for a third consecutive season. The women's immediate goal is to win the CECAFA Women's Club Championship in Rwanda to secure CAF qualification.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette says winger Ian Simiyu will play a central role in his plans for next season after scoring two first-half goals to help the Brewers lift the FKF Cup with a 2-1 victory over Kenya Police. Mette praised Simiyu's pace and impact, noting the player had previously been used off the bench but demonstrated his ability to score and help the team win.
18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker FC won the 2026 FKF Cup, defeating Kenya Police FC 2-1 in the final at Kwale Stadium on June 14, with forward Ian Simiyu scoring both goals. The victory secured Tusker their first domestic cup title since 2016, a KSh3 million prize, and a place in next season's CAF Confederation Cup.
15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette led the club to a 2-1 victory over Kenya Police FC in the FKF Cup final on June 14, securing KSh3 million in prize money and qualification for next season's CAF Confederation Cup. Mette's turnaround came just four months after his arrival in February, when Tusker were languishing in 10th place after losing eight of their first 20 league matches.
14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker FC claimed the 2026 FKF Cup after a 2-1 victory over Kenya Police at Kwale Stadium, with striker Ian Simiyu scoring twice. The win marked Tusker's first domestic cup title since 2016.
14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker FC captain Charles Momanyi says determination will decide Sunday's FKF Cup final against Kenya Police FC, with the Brewers seeking to end their trophy drought and salvage an underwhelming season after finishing ninth in the FKF Premier League.
12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Police head coach Nicholas Muyoti says his team are determined to end the season on a high when they face Tusker in the FKF Cup final on June 14, describing the competition as the club's last opportunity to redeem a campaign that fell short of its league ambitions after relinquishing the KPL title to Gor Mahia.
12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gor Mahia's Charles Akonnor has been named the 2025/26 SportPesa Premier League Coach of the Season after leading the club to the league title in his first year in charge, extending their record to 22 titles. Akonnor, a former Ghana national team coach, beat competition from Sammy Omollo and Fred Ambani, with his side losing only four league matches and maintaining a 61 per cent win rate during the campaign.
5 June 2026 · The Standard →
Gor Mahia were crowned FKF Premier League champions for the 2025/26 season, securing their record 22nd league title and Kenya's most successful club record. The club clinched the championship with two matches to spare after arch-rivals AFC Leopards dropped crucial points.
31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →