By KPC Sports Reporter
Afraha Stadium in Nakuru will roar to life this Saturday as Kibera Soccer Women’s FC square off against Vihiga Queens FC in the long-awaited final of the 2025 FKF Women’s Cup.
Kick-off is slated for 2:00 PM in what promises to be a showcase of grit, flair, and the rising tide of women’s football in Kenya.
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This match stands as a living testament to the Football Kenya Federation and betPawa Kenya’s joint commitment to elevating the women’s game.
Originally set for June 14th, the final was postponed to accommodate Harambee Starlets’ CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship campaign in Tanzania, which wrapped up just last weekend.
Now, with national duties done, local giants are ready to clash.
Kibera Soccer Women enter the final riding high on the back of a 2-0 semifinal victory over Kenya Police Bullets—no small feat, considering the latter are the reigning FKF Women’s Premier League champions.
They also famously knocked out three-time Cup winners Ulinzi Starlets in a dramatic 4-3 penalty shootout in the quarters.
“We are not leaving anything to chance,” said Kibera head coach David Vijago during training at Woodley Grounds.
“Vihiga Queens is a very tough team. The last time we faced them, we won narrowly through a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw. This is a big game—we are mentally and physically prepared. Our players are highly motivated, and winning this match would mean a lot to the team.”
But the Vihiga Queens aren’t in this for sentiment.
The four-time Kenyan Women’s Premier League champions booked their ticket to the final after a nail-biting 2-1 win over Bungoma Queens.
Their firepower is likely to be led by former Plateau Queens striker Swaumu Masungo, whose agility and scoring instincts could make all the difference.
Cynthia Onyango, Partner at betPawa Kenya, praised the momentum behind the final: “We are proud to support the growth of women’s football in Kenya. This final is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players, coaches, and stakeholders.
“betPawa remains committed to empowering sports and creating opportunities for women in football.”
This year’s tournament, fueled by betPawa, saw a record 32 teams compete.
Through its Locker Room Bonus (LRB) initiative, betPawa injected KES 4.3 million directly into the hands of players and technical staff—a timely boost for morale and professionalism across the sport.
FKF NEC Women’s Representative Kerubo Momanyi called the final “a celebration of the strides we’ve made in women’s football,” urging fans to “come out in large numbers to support these incredible athletes as they inspire the next generation.”
With two determined squads, passionate backers, and a stadium hungry for magic, Saturday’s final won’t just decide a champion—it will mark another chapter in Kenya’s ever-growing love affair with the women’s game.
