Nairobi United are daring to dream as they prepare to face Gor Mahia in the FKF Cup final on Sunday, June 29, at the Ulinzi Sports Complex. As the first-ever second-tier team to reach this stage, they now seek to go a step further and make history by winning the coveted trophy.
The National Super League champions have already stunned some of the country’s top sides, including Tusker FC, KCB, and Kakamega Homeboyz, on their path to the final. Their journey has captured the imagination of fans and added excitement to a final many expected to feature only top-tier clubs.
Head coach Nicholas Muyoti believes the tag of underdogs works in their favour. He acknowledges the stature and experience of Gor Mahia but insists his side is not intimidated. Instead, he believes the pressure is squarely on the record league champions, especially after a disappointing league campaign that left them without the title.
Muyoti has backed his players to rise to the occasion, noting how they’ve shown resilience and hunger throughout the season. Fresh from earning promotion to the Kenyan Premier League, the team is brimming with confidence and determination to finish their fairytale run with silverware.
“We have done a good job this season and go into the final with a relaxed mindset. Gor Mahia are under pressure to win since this is their only chance for a trophy and continental qualification. That pressure could be their undoing,” he said.
The former Harambee Stars midfielder praised his squad’s mentality, saying they have consistently delivered when it mattered most. According to Muyoti, this drive and focus are what earned them league glory, and now they are channeling the same energy toward the cup final.
He revealed that the dream of playing continental football has inspired his players to push beyond their limits. Winning the FKF Cup is their gateway to CAF competitions, and for many in the squad, it represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
With history within reach, Nairobi United go into the showdown against Gor Mahia with nothing to lose. They are not just another lower-tier team; they are believers, dreamers, and a team on the brink of achieving the unthinkable.
