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Originally published by Standard Sportssports
November 3, 2025
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Naibois draw Wydad, Maniema and Azam in CAF Confederation group stage
Kenya’s Nairobi United FC have been drawn in Group B of the CAF Confederation Cup group stage alongside heavyweights Morocco’s Wydad Athletic, Congo’s Maniema and Azam..
✨ Key Highlights
Nairobi United FC, also known as the Naibois, have impressively qualified for the CAF Confederation Cup group stage. Their remarkable journey culminated in a dramatic penalty shootout victory against Tunisia’s Étoile Sportive Du Sahel.
- The Naibois are drawn in Group B alongside powerhouses Morocco’s Wydad Athletic Club, DR Congo’s AS Maniema, and Tanzania’s Azam FC.
- Coach Nicholas Muyoti's squad secured their spot after a 7-6 penalty shootout win against Étoile Sportive Du Sahel, with goalkeeper Kevin Oduor saving two penalties and converting the decisive kick.
- Qualification guarantees Nairobi United FC a minimum financial reward of USD 400,000 (approximately Ksh 51.6 million), bringing their total guaranteed earnings to at least USD 450,000 (roughly Ksh 58 million) from CAF.
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