After a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Étoile Sportive Du Sahel, Nairobi United FC has made history by qualifying for the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup Group Stage, securing a significant financial boost for the club.

• The qualification guarantees Nairobi United a minimum of USD 400,000 (approximately Ksh 51.6 million), potentially rising to USD 2 million if they win the tournament.
• Goalkeeper Kevin Oduor was the hero, saving two penalties and scoring the decisive spot-kick in the 7–6 shootout win in Sousse, Tunisia.
• This achievement marks the club's ascent from the National Super League to the continental stage, with the group stage draw scheduled for November 3.

The Harambee Starlets are one match away from qualifying for the 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) as they face Gambia in their return leg match today. Following a dominant 3-1 victory in the first leg, the Kenyan team needs a win or a draw to secure their spot in the continental tournament.

• The match will be played at the Stade Lat Dior in Thies, Senegal, on a neutral ground.
• Coach Beldine Odemba stated that qualification is crucial for both the team and the country.
• Key players expected to start include goalkeeper Lilian Awuor, defenders Lorine Ilavongam, Ruth Ingotsi, and Enez Mango, and midfielders Fasila Adhiambo, Elizabeth Muteshi, Martha Amunyolet, and Lavender Akinyi.

Nairobi United, Kenyan debutants in the CAF Confederation Cup, have made history by reaching the group stage for the first time after a thrilling penalty shootout victory against Tunisian giants Etoile du Sahel.

• Nairobi United defeated Etoile du Sahel 7–6 on penalties after a 2–2 aggregate draw.
• Goalkeeper Kevin Oduor saved two penalties and scored the winning spot kick for Nairobi United.
• The club will receive Sh51 million in prize money from CAF and join the ranks of major African clubs like Kaizer Chiefs and Zamalek.