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October 1, 2026
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Mombasa United edge Kariobangi Sharks in SPL playoffs

Mombasa United edge Kariobangi Sharks in SPL playoffs

Mombasa United took the first step towards securing a place in the delayed SportPesa Premier League after beating Kariobangi Sharks 2-1 in the promotion-relegation playoff first leg...

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Mombasa United secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Kariobangi Sharks in the first leg of the SportPesa Premier League promotion-relegation playoff, taking a slim lead into the return match.

  • Mombasa United scored twice in the second half, with goals from Denise Mabeya (penalty) and Waziri Junior.
  • Kariobangi Sharks managed to pull one back in the 83rd minute through Wayne Delvine.
  • The playoff is significant as it resolves a dispute that had delayed the start of the 2026-27 SportPesa Premier League.

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Harambee Stars Seek Redemption Against Guinea in AFCON Qualifier - October 2026

Kenya's national football team, the Harambee Stars, are seeking redemption in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Guinea on Thursday. This match comes after a disappointing 1-1 draw with Eritrea. Meanwhile, Mombasa United secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Kariobangi Sharks in the first leg of the SportPesa Premier League promotion-relegation playoff, taking a slim lead into the return match. In a separate development, Nairobi is set to host the Unstoppable Africa Awards 2026 on October 31, 2026, celebrating African excellence across sport, entertainment, business, leadership, and humanitarian action.

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