Nairobi United were officially crowned champions of the
2024/25 FKF National Super League on Saturday after edging out MOFA 1-0 in a
tightly contested match at the Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Kisumu.
The decisive goal came in the 65th minute, capping off a
dominant season for the Nairobi-based side, who had already secured promotion
to the FKF Premier League weeks earlier.
David Njoroge, Chairman of the Sakaja Foundation, the club’s
principal sponsor and owner, congratulated the team on their remarkable
achievement.
“We take this opportunity to thank the team for their
exemplary performance in clinching the 2024/25 National Super League title. We
can only aim higher. The Sakaja Foundation remains committed to sponsoring the
club, supporting continued success, and nurturing youth talent across the
country,” said Njoroge.
Nairobi United sealed promotion to the top-flight league
last weekend with a 2–1 comeback victory over 3K FC at Dandora Stadium.
Despite trailing early to a Ronald Karenwa strike in the
12th minute, United equalised through Frank Ouya just before halftime.
Ouya went on to score the winner in the 78th minute, guaranteeing the club’s place in next season’s FKF Premier League.
That victory propelled the team to 66 points, 11 clear of
second-placed APS Bomet, making them mathematically uncatchable with just three
fixtures remaining.
Under the guidance of head coach Nicholas Muyoti, the club
has delivered an outstanding campaign: 19 wins, 9 draws, and only 4 losses.
They have scored 48 goals and conceded just 22, boasting one
of the best defensive records in the league.
“We are aiming for the top. This win means a lot to us, and
we’re ready to achieve even more,” said head coach Muyoti.
Originally founded in 2015 as Balaji EPZ FC, the club was
rebranded to Nairobi United FC in 2022.
A major turning point came in September 2024, when Nairobi
Governor Johnson Sakaja, through the Sakaja Foundation, acquired the team and
pledged to revamp its structure through youth investment, infrastructure
development, and strategic recruitment.
Since then, Nairobi United has grown into one of the most
promising football projects in the country.
Their ambitions go beyond league promotion—they have also
secured a place in the semi-finals of the FKF Cup after defeating top-tier side
Kakamega Homeboyz 2–0 in the quarterfinals.
As they prepare for life in the Premier League, the club’s
leadership remains focused on long-term sustainability and continued success
both on and off the pitch.
