President William Ruto on Friday, October 24, 2025, received the prestigious English Premier League (EPL) Trophy at State House, Nairobi, marking a historic return of one of football’s most iconic symbols to Kenya.
The gleaming silverware, one of the most recognized trophies in world sport, touched down in the capital on Friday, drawing excitement among fans eager for a rare chance to see football’s ultimate prize up close.
The Head of State, dressed in a Kenya-branded jacket featuring the national colours, smiled as he posed beside the gleaming silver trophy, a moment that thrilled football lovers across the country.
The trophy, which last visited Kenya on September 3, 2023, is back for another tour that will allow fans to interact closely with one of the most coveted prizes in global sport.
Guinness, the official beer of the Premier League, will host the trophy on Saturday, October 25, and Sunday, October 26, at Bar Next Door, Kiambu Road, Nairobi.
The Premier League Trophy, a symbol of sporting excellence and pride, is on display in Nairobi as part of an international showcase celebrating football’s universal appeal.
The English Premier League Trophy, designed and produced by luxury silversmiths Asprey London, embodies elegance and craftsmanship.
Made from solid sterling silver and featuring a 24-carat silver gilt crown, the trophy stands 104 centimetres tall and weighs about 25 kilograms. Its plinth is crafted from malachite, a rare green semi-precious stone representing the lush green fields of play.
The trophy’s design is rich with symbolism. The Premier League’s crowned lion logo dominates the front, while two smaller lions rest on the handles. When a team captain lifts the trophy, he becomes the “third lion,” a powerful metaphor for victory and unity.
Despite its grandeur and global reputation, the trophy’s material value is estimated at between £8,000 and £10,000. However, its true worth lies in the glory it represents—the culmination of months of dedication, teamwork, and passion by clubs competing at the highest level of English football.
As the silverware makes its stop in Kenya, fans are expected to turn up in large numbers to witness the prized possession. For many, this marks a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to stand next to a piece of football history that has been lifted by legends from clubs such as Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester City.
The visit underscores Kenya’s growing enthusiasm for international football and the unity sports bring across communities.
Presdent William Ruto and youths who attended the reception of EPL trophy at Statehouse NairobI on Friday October 24, 2025/PCS
For a nation deeply invested in the Premier League, this moment offers more than spectacle—it reaffirms Kenya’s place among global football’s most passionate fan bases.
