The 2025/26 FKF Premier League season newly renamed the Sportpesa League, kicks off today, with an eagerly anticipated clash between Tusker FC and KCB at Kasarani Stadium at 6 PM Kenyan time.
Tusker FC enters the new season aiming to bounce back after finishing fourth in the previous campaign.
Known for their disciplined play and depth in the squad, Tusker has strengthened its lineup with several key signings, including prolific striker Eric Kapaito, forward Dennis Ochieng Oalo and midfielders Yakeen Mutheli and Curtis Amos Wekesa, among others.
These additions aim to reinforce Tusker’s attacking options and creativity in the midfield as they seek to challenge for the title.
KCB, meanwhile, is determined to make a strong statement in the season opener.
The bank-sponsored side has revamped its squad with strategic additions such as defenders Kelvin Etemesi and Rowland Makati, midfielders Fortune Omotto and Gideon Were, and winger Victor Omondi, who returns from Rwanda.
Under the guidance of coach Robert Matano, KCB hopes to use the opening match to show they are serious contenders this season.
The matchup promises a tactical battle, with both sides likely to field strong lineups and employ strategies designed to dominate possession and control the tempo.
With the new signings integrated into their squads, fans can expect fresh dynamics, exciting attacking play and improved defensive stability from both sides.
Supporters from both camps are expected in numbers, adding to the electric atmosphere at Kasarani Stadium. As the season opener, this fixture is not just about the three points but also about setting the narrative for the months ahead, with Tusker seeking to climb back into the top tier and KCB aiming to assert themselves early.
Football fans can look forward to an exciting start to the FKF Premier League or as we should now call it, the Sportpesa League, full of intensity, new talent, and high-stakes action.
