The Mozzart Bet Cup quarter-finals wrapped up in style this weekend, delivering drama, goals, and a clear statement. This year’s semi-finals will be an all top-flight affair as Tusker FC, Bandari FC, KCB FC, and Kenya Police FC are the four teams still standing, and each had to earn it the hard way.
Police Grind It Out
Kenya Police FC got things underway on Saturday with a narrow but hard-fought 1-0 win over Shabana FC. It wasn’t a flashy performance, but it was effective. The difference came from Abud Omar, whose beautifully taken free-kick proved enough to separate the sides.
Police had to stay disciplined to see out the result, and they did just that showing the kind of control and composure that wins knockout matches. Omar’s performance rightfully earned him Man of the Match honors.
Bandari and Mfalme Deliver a Classic
If the first match was tight, the second was anything but.
Bandari FC were given a real test by Division One side Mfalme FC in a game that had a bit of everything. The Dockers took the lead, but Mfalme—who have been one of the stories of this year’s competition—refused to go away.
They equalized, fell behind again, and still found a way to respond. By halftime, it was 3-2 in Bandari’s favor, but the match still felt very much alive.
In the end, Bandari showed their quality to pull away and seal a 5-2 victory. Amza Moubarack was the standout performer on the day, delivering a Man of the Match display by scoring 4 goals hence playing a key role in helping the Dockers overcome a stubborn and spirited Mfalme side. The Division One outfit may be out, but they’ve certainly left their mark on this year’s competition.
Tusker Break Ulinzi Hearts Late On
Sunday’s action at Ulinzi Complex brought even more drama.
Tusker FC started brightly and went ahead in the 24th minute through Eric Kapaito. Ulinzi Stars, however, responded just before the break, with Staphord Odhiambo leveling things at 1-1.
The game stayed finely balanced for most of the second half, and it looked like it might head into penalties. But deep into stoppage time in the 92nd minute Ibrahim Joshua stepped up. Coming off the bench, he found the back of the net and sent Tusker through in dramatic fashion.
KCB Edge the Champions
In the final quarter-final match, KCB FC quietly got the job done.
Up against defending champions Nairobi United, KCB kept things tight and took their chance when it came, securing a 1-0 win. It wasn’t a high-scoring affair, but in knockout football, results are all that matter and KCB did exactly what they needed to do.
Semi-Finals Set
With the dust settled, the semi-final matchups are locked in:
- Kenya Police FC vs Bandari FC
- KCB FC vs Tusker FC
The games will be played on May 16–17, 2026.
Next Stop: Kwale
The final is now within touching distance, set for June 14, 2026, in Kwale. Four strong sides remain, each with a genuine shot at lifting the trophy.
If this weekend showed anything, it’s that the Mozzart Bet Cup doesn’t disappoint—whether it’s last-minute winners, standout individual performances, or underdogs pushing the big teams all the way. The semi-finals have a lot to live up to… and they just might deliver.
