The road to the 2025 Football Kenya Federation FKF Cup has began as the official draw is set to take place on the 17th February The 2025 edition is set to deliver another thrilling edition, featuring 64 teams from the FKF Premier League, National Super League, Division One, and non-league ranks.
Unpredictability and Underdog Spirit
Last season’s standout performers, Denmak FC and Compel FC, return after making waves in their previous campaign. Denmak stunned FKF Premier League side Gor Mahia with a first-round upset, while Compel FC made history as the first FKF Division One side to reach the quarterfinals, overcoming Kajiado FC and Mara Sugar FC before falling to AFC Leopards.
This season also welcomes a strong non-league presence, with teams like Kakamega Veterans, Jumbo TFC, and Donholm Seniors adding an extra layer of unpredictability to the competition.
A total of 12 FKF Premier League teams and 5 FKF National Super League sides form the top-tier contingent, setting the stage for a fiercely competitive tournament.
The official tournament draw will take place on Monday, February 17, 2025, kicking off the competition. The Round of 64 will be played in March, followed by the Round of 16 in April. The quarterfinals and semifinals are set for May, with the grand finale scheduled for June.
Tournament Roadmap
- Tournament Draw: February 17, 2025
- Round of 64: February 22–23, 2025
- Round of 32: March 8–9, 2025
- Round of 16: April 12–13, 2025
- Quarter-finals: May 1–4, 2025
- Semi-finals: May 24–25, 2025
- Final: June 14, 2025
Glory and Continental Football at Stake
Beyond the thrill of knockout football, the FKF Cup offers teams a pathway to CAF Confederation Cup qualification. Fans can expect fierce battles, emerging talent, and upsets as the competition unfolds.
The teams participating in this year’s FKF Cup are: Kenya Police FC, Kakamega Homeboyz FC, Ulinzi Stars FC, Murang’a Seal FC, KCB FC, Tusker FC, Gor Mahia, AFC Leopards SC, Shabana FC, Bandari FC, Kariobangi Sharks, Bidco United, Fortune Sacco FC, SS Assad, Nairobi United, Luanda Villa SC, MOFA, Kibera Soccer FC, HOHA FC, Compel FC, Vegpro FC, Spitfire FC, Marafiki FC, FC Bumbani Stars, Zetech Titans FC, Gucha Youth FC, Gituru FC, Denmak FC, Chemogoch FC, Kakamega Veterans FC, Jumbo TFC, Dohnolm Seniors FC, Global Connections FC, Kapenguria United FC, Maroon Stars United FC, Oinopsos FC, Plantech Kenya FC, Shalimar FC, FC Barnotik SR, Githurai Allstars FC, Uzalendo FC, Garissa United FC, TBM Health FC, Green Snipers FC, Al-Azizia FC, Rwafa FC, Dero FC, Karatina Homeboyz FC, Naivasha Police FC, RVPN FC, Turi FC, Wayzata Boys FC, MAS FC, Far East United FC, KSG Ogopa FC, Solian City FC, Desert Scorpions FC, PAC University FC, Superior Hotel FC, Ishiara FC, JW Foundation, Samitsi FC, Bungoma Superstars FC, Webuye Sportiff FC.
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