The 2025-2026 SportPesa League season kicks off this weekend, with newly promoted teams Nairobi United and APS Bomet hoping to avoid the struggles often faced by NSL graduates. Nairobi United enters with high confidence after winning the FKF Cup and earning a spot in the CAF Confederation Cup, while APS Bomet has brought in an experienced coach and new signings to bolster their chances.

• Nairobi United topped the NSL with 72 points, winning 21 of 35 matches.
• United will represent Kenya in the CAF Confederation Cup, facing NEC FC from Uganda.
• APS Bomet, who finished second in the NSL, will debut against Shabana at Gusii Stadium.
• APS Bomet has appointed experienced coach Michael Nam and signed players like Sven Yidha and Francis Omondi.