Nairobi United Qualifies for CAF Confederation Cup; Harambee Starlets Vie for Wafcon Spot - October 2025

Nairobi United FC has made history by qualifying for the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup Group Stage for the first time. The Kenyan debutants secured their spot after a dramatic penalty shootout victory against Tunisian giants Etoile du Sahel. This qualification guarantees the club a financial boost of at least Sh51 million. In other continental football action, the Harambee Starlets are one match away from qualifying for the 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon). They are set to face Gambia in a crucial return leg match. Following a dominant 3-1 victory in the first leg, the Kenyan team only needs a win or a draw to secure their spot.