Source: Africa Publicity
President William Ruto has congratulated Kenyan Premier League club, Nairobi United Football Club for their landmark qualification to the CAF Confederation Cup group stage, describing the victory as a moment of national pride and unity.
In a message posted on his official Facebook page, the President said, “The people of Kenya stand immensely proud of Nairobi United Football Club for their historic qualification to the CAF Confederation Cup group stage.”
He hailed the team’s achievement as a symbol of Kenya’s growing stature in continental football, noting that it was “forged in courage, discipline, and unyielding fortitude — [and] has ignited the spirit of our nation and reaffirmed Kenya’s rightful place on Africa’s football map.”
President Ruto praised the team’s determination in defeating Tunisia’s Etoile du Sahel, one of Africa’s top clubs, saying, “By triumphing over Tunisia’s Etoile du Sahel, one of the continent’s most formidable clubs, Nairobi United have proven that belief, unity, and teamwork can indeed conquer giants.”
Nairobi United secured their place in the group stage after a dramatic 7–6 penalty shootout victory over Etoile du Sahel, following a 2–2 aggregate draw in the two-leg second qualifying round.
He extended appreciation to everyone involved in the club’s success, stating, “We celebrate every player, coach, manager, and fan whose passion and commitment have carried the team to this defining moment in our sporting history.”
Looking ahead, the President encouraged the team to continue flying the Kenyan flag high as they move into the group stage of the continental competition. “As Kenya’s sole continental representatives, Nairobi United now bear the nation’s flag with honour, pride, and promise. We wish them renewed strength, focus, and confidence as they step onto the group-stage stage,” he said.
Concluding his message, President Ruto lauded the team for their historic milestone, declaring, “Hongera Nairobi United. You have made history; and you have made us proud.”
