Kenya Police vs Mogadishu City: Preview, Time and Where to Watch CAF Champions League Crucial Return Leg

Kenya Police FC aim to finish the job against Mogadishu City Club in a decisive CAF Champions League return leg at Nyayo Stadium, and here are all the details you need before the match.

The stage is set as Kenya Police FC host Mogadishu City Club this Sunday at the Nyayo National Stadium in the decisive return leg of the CAF Champions League preliminary round.

The match is an opportunity for fans to gather and cheer their champions into the next round of Africa's premier club competition.

Having secured a commanding 3-1 victory in the first leg, a match where they were technically the 'away' side despite playing at the Nyayo National Stadium, Kenya Police FC has one foot firmly in the second preliminary stage.

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Goals from David Simiyu, Edward Omondi, and Eric Zakoyo put the law enforcers in a prime position, but no lead is truly safe until the final whistle.

Kenya Police FC vs Mogadishu City Club: A Chance for Redemption

While the previous encounter was a footballing triumph for Kenya Police FC, it was unfortunately marred by the unsporting conduct of a few individuals among the Mogadishu City supporters, captured on video desecrating the Kenyan flag.

In a display of exemplary goodwill and respect, the Mogadishu City Club issued a profound public apology. Their statement strongly condemned the actions, clarifying that such behaviour has no place in football or the spirit of friendship and sportsmanship.

“On behalf of the Mogadishu City Club, we strongly condemn this act and extend our deepest apologies to the Government and People of Kenya. Such behaviour has no place in football or in the spirit of friendship and sportsmanship that this competition represents,” the club said in a statement.

This was quickly followed by a supportive stance from the Somali Embassy, highlighting the mutual desire to move past the incident and uphold the values of unity and respect. The focus, rightly, must return to the beautiful game and the spirit of competition that binds us.

Kenya Police FC Vs Mogadishu City Club: Coach Etienne Ndayiragije’s Confidence

Kenya Police Head Coach Etienne Ndayiragije is aware of the importance of this final push. His pre-match assessment, even after the healthy first-leg lead, speaks of a team focused and respectful of their opponents.

He has previously emphasised that Mogadishu City is a good side, and he would have no doubt reinforced to his squad that the job is only half done.

"We got a good result in the first leg, but we respect Mogadishu City and know they will come fighting," the sentiment is one of cautious optimism.

The players are motivated, well-prepared, and eager to make history by progressing further in their debut CAF Champions League campaign.

Kenya Police FC vs Mogadishu City Club Preview

Kenya Police FC hold a significant upper hand heading into this return leg. The 3-1 victory from the first encounter is a massive advantage for two key reasons, the two-goal cushion and the precious away goal scored by Mogadishu City.

A 3-1 lead means Mogadishu City must score at least three goals without reply to win the tie in normal time, or two goals to force a penalty shootout (if they win 2-0).

Any win or draw for Kenya Police guarantees their qualification. Even a narrow 1-0 or 2-1 defeat would still see the Kenyan champions advance on the away goals rule.

For the second consecutive match, Kenya Police FC are playing at the familiar Nyayo National Stadium, only this time, they are the officially designated 'home team'.

With the enthusiastic Kenyan fans expected to turn out in massive numbers, the atmosphere will provide a powerful psychological boost, turning the stadium into a true fortress.

Mogadishu City FC need to come out firing on all cylinders to overturn the two-goal deficit. Their single goal in the first leg, while important, means they must now focus entirely on a high-octane offensive strategy.

Coach Ali Abubakar will likely push his team to attack from the first whistle, relying on their pace and the hope of an early goal to unsettle the hosts. However, this aggressive approach could leave them vulnerable to the counter-attacks that the Kenya Police's forwards like Zakayo and Simiyu thrive on.

While Mogadishu City are expected to fight fiercely for a comeback, Kenya Police FC are the overwhelming favourites to progress. Their two-goal advantage, home support, and proven ability to score mean they control the narrative of the tie.

They just need to maintain focus, avoid complacency, a point emphasised by their Captain David Ochieng, and stick to their structured game plan to seal their place in the next round.

Kenya Police FC vs Mogadishu City Club: Time & Where to Watch

The decisive return leg of the CAF Champions League First Preliminary Round between Kenya Police FC and Mogadishu City Club is scheduled for Sunday, September 28, 2025. The match will kick off at 4:00 PM (16:00) East Africa Time (EAT) at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi.

Fans who cannot make it to the stadium can follow the action live on KBC Channel 1, while the club's media team is set to announce more streaming options ahead of kickoff.

Tickets for the much-anticipated match are available on the Tikiti website, with prices set at Ksh 3,000 for VVIP, Ksh 1,000 for VIP, and Ksh 300 for regular entry. Each fan is allowed to purchase up to 10 tickets per category in a single transaction. To secure a ticket, fans should visit tikiti.co.ke and locate the ‘Kenya Police vs Mogadishu City Club’ event.

From there, they can select the ‘Purchase Tickets’ option, choose their preferred category and quantity, and provide the required billing details, including full name, phone number, email address, and payment method.

Payments can be made via M-Pesa, Airtel Money, or by using a credit or debit card. Once the transaction is complete, buyers are advised to review and confirm their details to finalize the purchase.