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• Frank Rotich 3 days ago

Kenya Police face Shabana as champs Nairobi United tackle KCB in Mozzart Bet Cup quarter-finals

Kenya Police will face Shabana in the biggest match of the 2026 Mozzart Bet Cup quarter-finals after the draw was conducted on Thursday.

The fixture is expected to be the standout clash of the round, with both teams enjoying good form. Shabana will head into the match with confidence after beating Kenya Police in both legs of the Kenyan Premier League this season.

The quarter-final draw also handed defending champions Nairobi United a tough match against 2024 finalists KCB as both sides fight for a place in the semi-finals.

Elsewhere, two-time winners Ulinzi Stars will take on four-time champions Tusker in another exciting contest between two experienced teams.

Bandari have been drawn against Division One side Mfalme FC who have become the surprise package of this year’s tournament after eliminating bigger teams.

The winner between Kenya Police and Shabana will face either Bandari or Mfalme in the semi-finals.

On the other side of the draw, the winner of Nairobi United and KCB will meet either Ulinzi Stars or Tusker.

Kenya Police reached the last eight after edging out BB Bread 1-0, while Shabana also secured their place after a strong campaign in the competition.

Defending champions Nairobi United booked their quarter-final ticket with a 2-0 win over Posta Rangers.

Ulinzi Stars knocked out 2023 champions Kakamega Homeboyz 1-0, while Bandari beat National Super League side 3K FC 2-0.

Mfalme continued their impressive run after hammering Murang’a Seal 5-0 to keep their dream alive.

The quarter-finals will be played on May 2-3, with the final set for June 14 at Kwale Stadium.

The tournament winners will receive Sh3 million and also earn a chance to represent Kenya in the CAF competition.