It is another big Komarock Derby clash as Kayole Starlets prepare to face Mathare United Women in the FKF Women’s Premier League this weekend. Mathare return to the top flight after earning promotion from the Women’s National Super League last season, ending a four-season absence from the Premier League.
PREVIOUS MATCHES
Kayole Starlets come into the match after an impressive start to the league coming off from a huge 1-0 win against Trinity Starlets and a 2-2 draw in the opening fixture against Shabana Starlets. Mathare United Women head into the clash looking to bounce back from their 1-0 defeat to Kibera Soccer Women. Anne Arusi scored the only goal of the match from the penalty spot in the 66th minute, handing Mathare their first defeat since their return to the FKF Women’s Premier League. The result followed their impressive 3-1 opening-day victory over four-time champions Vihiga Queens.
HEAD-TO-HEAD
Kayole Starlets and Mathare United Women have a long history of competitive encounters, with the two sides having met regularly across the years. The most recent meetings came during the 2024/25 Women’s National Super League campaign. Mathare claimed a 3-0 victory in the first leg at Dandora Stadium on October 26, 2024, handing Kayole their only defeat of that league campaign at the time. Kayole responded in the reverse fixture on February 9, 2025, securing a 1-0 home victory through a Mercy Mang’uro goal. The overall head-to-head record in the supplied history stands at: P10 | W3 | D5 | L2. Check out their past meetings below:
2017
- Kayole Starlets 2–0 Mathare Women
- Mathare Women 0–2 Kayole Starlets
2018
- Mathare Women 4–1 Kayole Starlets
- Kayole Starlets 0–0 Mathare Women
2019
- Kayole Starlets 1–2 Mathare Women
- Mathare Women 1–1 Kayole Starlets
2021
- Kayole Starlets 4–1 Mathare Women
- Mathare Women 2–2 Kayole Starlets
2023/24
- Kayole Starlets 1–1 Mathare Women
- Mathare Women 1–1 Kayole Starlets
2024/25
- Mathare Women 3–0 Kayole Starlets
- Kayole Starlets 1–0 Mathare Women
With the two sides having shared the spoils on several occasions, Saturday’s encounter promises another closely contested chapter in the rivalry.
WHAT IS AT STAKE?
For Kayole Starlets, the match is about making a statement against a familiar rival and continuing to build momentum in the league. For Mathare, it is an opportunity to respond immediately after their first defeat of the campaign. Beyond the three points, there is also local pride at stake. Both sides know each other well, and previous meetings have shown that the margin between them can be fine. With Mathare back in the top flight and Kayole looking to establish themselves among the league’s competitive sides, Saturday’s meeting carries plenty of significance.
SQUAD UPDATE
Magneta Ocharo will be looking to maintain her impressive start to the season after registering two goals and an assist in Kayole Starlets’ opening two matches. Coach Kimani also receives a major boost with the return of defender Foscah Kanenge, who is back available for selection ahead of the clash. With no injury concerns in the squad, all players are available for selection as Kayole prepare for Saturday’s encounter against Mathare United Women.
MATCH DETAILS
Date: Sunday, 4 October 2026
Venue: Police Sacco Stadium, South C
Kick Off: 3:00 PM