This archive report was first published on 21 July 2019.
Koth Biro Off-Season Tournament Enters Round of 16 ¶
The round of 16 for the Koth Biro off-season tournament kicked off on July 22, with a series of thrilling matches set to take place over the next three days.
Among the most anticipated matches in the round of 16 is the one between Nyoi FC from Ziwani and Borussia from Majengo, two estates with a long-standing football rivalry that always promises an entertaining match for fans.
Another highly anticipated match is between last year's finalist Githurai United and Allin Jua Kali, who are participating in the tournament for the first time and have already knocked out last year's defending champions, Cinema FC.
The group stages were exciting and thrilling, with several new teams dominating their groups and qualifying for the round of 16, including Allin Jua Kali, Ping FC, and Ruaraka All Stars.
Star-studded teams like Opitos and Fifa Best failed to qualify for the round of 16, despite having notable names in their teams.
The tournament has received a boost with Sportpesa still on board as the main sponsor, continuing to support grassroots football in the country.
The winner of this year's tournament will receive KES 300,000, with the runners-up receiving KES 100,000, and the third and fourth place teams receiving KES 100,000 and KES 50,000 respectively. The best goalkeeper will also receive a KES 10,000 award from Arnold Origi.
Round of 16 Fixtures:
- Match No. 49: Ruaraka All Stars vs Ping FC (July 22, 9:00 am)
- Match No. 51: Bundes vs Kingstone (July 22, 12:00 pm)
- Match No. 53: Soka Talent Ad vs Umeme Bees (July 22, 3:00 pm)
- Match No. 50: Githurai United vs Allin Jua Kali (July 23, 9:00 am)
- Match No. 52: Kahawa Depotivo vs Napoli (July 23, 12:00 pm)
- Match No. 55: Borussia FC vs Nyoi FC (July 23, 3:00 pm)
- Match No. 56: Isli North FC vs Dallas FC (July 24, 10:00 am)
- Match No. 54: Masa FC vs Shauri Moyo Sportiff (July 24, 1:00 pm)
The 41st edition of the tournament has been dedicated to the memory of the late CEO Stephen Ogos and Odu Cobra.
