Mapinduzi Cup 2025 Stories

Harambee Stars bundled out of Mapinduzi Cup after 1-0 loss to Zanzibar
Rama Mohammed  |  Jan 10, 2025

The result also increased Zanzibar’s wins over Kenya to five matches with Kenya having won in 31 of their 42 previous meetings

Mapinduzi Cup: Burkina Faso awaits as Kenya and Zanzibar battle for final spot
Rama Mohammed  |  Jan 10, 2025

urkina Faso has already booked their place in the 2025 Mapinduzi Cup final after a commanding 2-0 victory over Tanzania. Now, the focus shifts to Hara...

The curious case of Zanzibar: A nation’s fight for FIFA and CAF recognition
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 09, 2025

Zanzibar’s national football team has faced a unique and ongoing struggle for recognition in global football. Despite forming in 1926, the team has ye...

Harambee Stars and Zanzibar Heroes ready for Friday Mapinduzi Cup battle
Erick Kariuki  |  Jan 09, 2025

Kenya is set to face Zanzibar in a highly anticipated Mapinduzi Cup match on January 10, 2025. With both teams coming off strong performances, the sho...

Gombani Stadium: Pemba Island’s proud sports hub with a rich history
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 08, 2025

Gombani Stadium, located on Pemba Island, is one of two key venues for the 2025 Mapinduzi Cup, alongside Zanzibar’s Aman Stadium. The stadium’s modern...

Mapinduzi Cup: Harambee Stars bounce back with convincing win over Tanzania
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 07, 2025

Harambee Stars bounced back from their opening draw with a dominant 2-0 win over Tanzania in the Mapinduzi Cup. Second-half goals from Boniface Muchir...

Mapinduzi Cup: Historic East African derby returns to Zanzibar stage
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 07, 2025

Kenya and Tanzania reignite their long-standing football rivalry on Tuesday night at the 2025 Mapinduzi Cup. With Kenya holding a significant historic...

Harambee Stars ready to battle Kilimanjaro Stars in Mapinduzi Cup showdown
Erick Kariuki  |  Jan 07, 2025

Harambee Stars take on Kilimanjaro Stars tonight at 7 pm in the Mapinduzi Cup at Gombani Stadium. Both teams are eager for a win in this East African...

Kimanzi blames panic and low intensity for draw against Burkina Faso
Erick Kariuki  |  Jan 05, 2025

Francis Kimanzi has attributed Harambee Stars’ 1-1 draw against Burkina Faso in their Mapinduzi Cup opener to panic and low intensity. Speaking after...

Mapinduzi Cup: Kenya held to a draw by Burkina Faso
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 04, 2025

Kenya's Harambee Stars were left frustrated after conceding a stoppage-time equaliser in their 1-1 draw with Burkina Faso during their opening match o...

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