As the International break comes to a close, East Africa is gearing up for an exciting weekend of Premier League action across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
Kenya
The Kenyan Premier League will begin its fixtures this week, starting with a showdown between Tusker FC and KCB on Friday, September 19th, at the Moi International Sports Center in Kasarani. The match is set to kick off at 6 PM, and both teams are looking to start their season on a positive note.
On Saturday, Bandari will face off against Kariobangi Sharks at the Kasarani Annex. The drama continues as AFC Leopards square off with Sofapaka at Nyayo Stadium, while Shabana will go head-to-head with newly promoted APS Bomet. These matches promise to be thrilling as teams vie for crucial early points in the season.
Sunday will see Gor Mahia hosting Bidco United at 3 PM at the Moi International Sports Center in Kasarani, rounding out an action-packed weekend for Kenyan football fans.
Tanzania
Singida Big Stars of Tanzania
Meanwhile, in Tanzania, the Mainland Premier League is already in full swing following the Community Shield clash on Tuesday, September 16th, where Yanga triumphed over Simba in a tightly contested match, winning 1-0.
The league continued on September 17th with Kinondoni Municipal Council (KMC) securing a victory against Dodoma Jiji, winning the match 1-0 at KMC Complex. Coastal Union also managed to clinch a narrow 1-0 victory against Tanzania Prison at Mkwakwani Stadium in Tanga.
Today, September 18th, fans can look forward to two more matches: Singida Big Stars will take on Mbeya City at 2 PM, followed by Mashujaa going up against JKT Tanzania at 4:15 PM.
Uganda
KCCA of Uganda eam during training
In Uganda, the excitement builds as the league is set to kick off on Friday, September 26th. The first match will feature BUL FC squaring off against URA FC at FUFA Technical Center in Njeru, a clash that promises to be competitive from the outset.
Also on September 26th, Entebbe UPPC FC will host Buhimba United Saints FC at the Bugonga Fisheries Ground in Entebbe. KCCA FC, a team known for its rich football history, will be visiting Kitana FC at Royals Park in Butema, Hoima City. Moreover, Police FC will face Mbarara City FC at the Kiira Road Police Arena in Kamwokya, ensuring an exhilarating start to the Ugandan Premier League.
Additionally, two fixtures are already scheduled for later in the month: Lugazi FC will compete against Calvary FC on the 26th at Stadium 3, Najjembe, while Express FC will go up against UPDF FC at Hamz Stadium 3, Nakivale, at 7:00 PM.
As the leagues get underway, fans across East Africa can look forward to thrilling matches, fierce rivalries, and the hope that their teams will emerge victorious as the season progresses.
