Kenya Premier League Returns — Bigger, Better

The wait is finally over, and Kenyans are set for another thrilling season of local league football as the much-anticipated Kenyan Premier League (KPL) returns.

Following a historic KSh 1.12 billion sponsorship deal from betting firm SportPesa, the newly rebranded league kicks off this weekend with a mouthwatering line-up of Round 1 fixtures spread across Nairobi, Kisii, and Murang’a.

As announced by The Football Kenya Federation, the new season format puts players’ welfare at the forefront, introducing enhanced awards and recognition throughout the campaign. At the end of each season, the top three clubs will share a KSh 20 million prize pool, raising the stakes higher than ever before.

The action begins under the floodlights on Friday, 19th September,  as Tusker FC takes on KCB FC at Nyayo Stadium from 18:00. A clash of seasoned rivals, this opener is expected to set the tone for the season.

Saturday’s doubleheader lights up Nairobi, starting with Kariobangi Sharks hosting coastal giants Bandari FC at Kasarani Annex from 13:00. Later, all eyes turn to Ulinzi Complex for a Nairobi derby of pride and tradition, where AFC Leopards SC lock horns with Sofapaka FC at 16:00.

On Sunday, 21st September, the focus shifts to Kisii as home favorites Shabana FC welcome newly promoted APS Bomet FC at Gusii Stadium in a high-tempo clash from 14:00. Simultaneously, the brand-new SportPesa Arena in Murang’a hosts its first top-flight encounter, with Murang’a SEAL FC squaring off against the disciplined Ulinzi Stars FC at 15:00.

The opening round concludes at Kasarani Stadium at 16:00, where former champions Gor Mahia FC begin their title defense against Bidco United FC. With the Green Army fired up, all eyes will be on how K’Ogalo start their quest for yet another crown.

This season comes on the back of a charged CAF CHAN tournament hosted in Kenya, which reignited national passion for the game and set the perfect stage for a blockbuster league campaign.

The 2025/26 KPL season promises passion, rivalries, and unforgettable football moments.

Let the games begin!

Friday, 19th September 2025

• Tusker FC vs KCB FC – Nyayo Stadium, Nairobi – 18:00 (TV)

Saturday, 20th September 2025

• Kariobangi Sharks FC vs Bandari FC – Kasarani Annex, Nairobi – 13:00 (TV)
• AFC Leopards SC vs Sofapaka FC – Ulinzi Complex, Nairobi – 16:00 (TV)

Sunday, 21st September 2025

• Shabana FC vs APS Bomet FC – Gusii Stadium, Kisii – 14:00 (TV)
• Murang’a SEAL FC vs Ulinzi Stars FC – SportPesa Arena, Murang’a – 15:00
• Gor Mahia FC vs Bidco United FC – Kasarani Stadium, Nairobi – 16:00 (TV)