The Premier League trophy landed in Kenya as Guinness hosted thousands of football fans in Nairobi and Kisumu during its Guinness Matchday events over the weekend.
In a statement dated October 19, Guinness said the events gave fans a chance to see the Premier League trophy up close, take photos with it, and watch live matches in a football-themed setting.
“The highlight for many was the rare opportunity to interact with and take photos alongside the Premier League Trophy, a symbol of footballing excellence and dreams.”
The events took place on Friday, October 16, at Dondez and Berlin Lounge in Kisumu, followed by a Nairobi event on Sunday, October 18. The venues featured multiple big screens and clear audio for live Premier League match screenings.
Fans Watch Premier League Matches and Meet Supporters
Football fans watched several matches during the events, including Chelsea’s 2-0 victory over Everton and Liverpool’s 2-1 win against Brentford. Manchester City beat Ipswich Town 3-2, while Fulham defeated Hull City 1-0.
Also Read: Premier League Fixtures: Teams, Kick-Off Times and Where to Watch Live
Arsenal also secured a 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest, while Aston Villa beat Newcastle United by the same scoreline. The screenings brought together supporters who followed the matches and celebrated their teams.
The events also attracted official fan clubs supporting Arsenal, Manchester United and Manchester City. Fans interacted with fellow supporters and took photographs alongside the Premier League trophy, which Guinness described as one of the main highlights of the experience.
Khaligraph Jones and Wyre Headline Entertainment
Guinness Matchday featured live performances by Khaligraph Jones, Wyre, DJ Joe Mfalme and Mista C. The music performances complemented the match screenings and extended the entertainment beyond the final whistles.
Also Read: Kenyan Premier League Matchweek 1 Fixtures as 2026/27 Season Kicks Off
Guinness Brand Manager Joy Murugi said the company was pleased to bring the Premier League trophy back to Kenya and give more fans an opportunity to see it in person.
“As the Official Beer of the Premier League, our partnership allows us to create these once-in-a-lifetime experiences for our consumers through Guinness Matchday,” Murugi said.
She added that the trophy tour marked the start of an exciting season and that Guinness planned to bring Kenyan fans more Matchday experiences throughout the remainder of the Premier League season.
Guinness thanked fans who attended the Nairobi and Kisumu events, saying the activities reflected its commitment to bringing football experiences to Kenyan supporters.
Follow our WhatsApp Channel and X Account for real-time news updates.
