The inaugural Abbas Khalif Super Cup lived upto its billing as it came to ascintilating close with victors being rewarded handsomely.
South C Rangers, clinched the ultimate prize—a 33-seater bus—after edging State City 1–0 in a tightly contested final.
The Abass Football Tournament was organized in memory of the late Raila Amollo Odinga. It kicked off on November 10, 2025. It brought together a total of 40 teams in an exciting display of talent and sportsmanship.
Teams from the five wards competed with great enthusiasm, making the tournament highly competitive and entertaining.
To support and motivate the participants, each team was given Sh50,000 as facilitation and provided with a full set of jerseys, ensuring uniformity and professionalism throughout the event.
The well-organized tournament not only promoted football development but also strengthened unity and teamwork among the participating teams.
Finals were played at the Ulinzi Complex on December 20, 2025 between South C Rangers and State City.
Thousands of Langata residents attended.
South C rangers managed a narrow 1-0 win a goal scored on the 58th minute of the match when diminutive forward Ali Maleche punished a lapse in State City’s defense, calmly chesting down a cross before rifling a superb finish into the far corner.
The winners were awarded a 33 seater Isuzu mini bus, 1st runners up a 14 seater matatu.
While some players and officials are keen to retain the vehicles for team logistics—especially for local league matches—others are pushing for a more immediate reward, suggesting the vehicles be sold and the proceeds shared among team members.
State City responded with urgency, creating several chances in search of an equalizer, but profligacy in front of goal proved costly. South C Rangers, too, had opportunities to seal the match earlier, squandering two clear chances that would have put the contest beyond doubt.
Despite the narrow defeat, State City did not leave empty-handed, driving away with a 14-seater vehicle—the same reward earned by Kuwinda, who thrashed Akiba 3–0 in the third-place playoff.
South C Rangers’ safe hands Kevin Masongo was named Goalkeeper of the Tournament after registering an impressive five clean sheets.
Final match hero Ali Maleche capped his standout performances by being crowned Most Valuable Player, while John Wambua of Kuwinda 1 walked away with the Golden Boot after netting seven goals.
For Maleche, the accolade is more than just a personal milestone—it is a stepping stone toward a bigger dream.
As the dust settles on a thrilling first edition, the Abbas Khalif Super Cup has already delivered on its promise—competitive football, emerging talent, and tangible rewards.
Khalif who is eyeing the Langata parliamentary seat in 2027 said the tournament is meant to empower the youth.
“We are here to uplift their lives. We will walk with them,” he said.
