Finally, a truce! Mombasa United and Kariobangi Sharks agree for a playoff
Sharks, who finished 16th in last season's SportPesa League, were advocating for a playoff, while Mombasa United, who finished 3rd on the National Super League table, wanted a direct promotion. The post Finally, a truce! Mombasa United and Kariobangi Sharks agree for a playoff appeared first on KBC Digital .
After months of disputes, Mombasa United FC and Kariobangi Sharks have finally reached an agreement to play a playoff, allowing the 2026/2027 SportPesa League season to commence in October. The decision came after a crucial meeting with the Football Kinetic Federation (FKF) on Thursday. The opening match is set for October 1, 2026, in Mombasa, followed by the second leg in Nairobi on October 6, 2026.
The two teams have been locked in a legal battle since last season's SportPesa League season. Kariobangi Sharks, who finished 16th, were pushing for a playoff, while Mombasa United, in third place, wanted to be promoted directly. The season's start had been postponed twice due to conflicting court rulings, one supporting playoffs and the other against.
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