Machakos. Football. Talent. Friendship.
Get ready for the 3rd Edition of the Machakos Elite East Africa Tournament — three days of competitive football bringing together youth, girls' and senior football teams from across the region for competition, talent exposure, friendship and regional interaction.
Organised by Mumbuni Express Sports Academy / Mumbuni Express Football Club and founded by Ken Muriithi Wanjiru, the tournament provides a platform for players and teams to compete, develop, build networks and showcase their talent on a regional stage.
Registration is ongoing — KES 5,000 per category.
Tournament Categories
Boys' Categories
Girls' & Senior Categories
Why Participate?
- Competitive Exposure — test yourselves against teams from different regions.
- Friendship & Regional Integration — connecting young footballers, coaches and teams through sport.
- Talent Exposure — a stage for emerging players to showcase their potential.
- Recognition — rewarding outstanding teams and individual performers.
- Player Development — discipline, teamwork, commitment and sportsmanship.
Awards & Recognition
- Champions in each category — Full Kits + Trophy
- Second-placed teams — Training Bibs
- Top Scorer — Soccer Boots
- Best Goalkeeper — Gloves
- Best Coach award
Additional individual awards are planned for the 2026 edition.
Player Safety & Welfare
The organisers prioritise the safety and welfare of all participants throughout the three days.
- Police & private security
- First-aid support
- Collaboration with hospitals for injury treatment
- Professional referees contracted from FKF
Accommodation
Teams travelling to Machakos can access accommodation options. Availability and arrangements should be confirmed directly with the tournament organisers — +254 727 697 369.
Be Part of the 3rd Edition
Whether you are a football academy, club, coach, player, parent or football development organisation, this is your opportunity to be part of the Machakos Elite East Africa Tournament 2026. Register your team. Bring your talent. Meet the region. Play for the trophy.
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