NAIROBI, Kenya (Interstat) — Sofapaka hosts Mathare United on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in a Kenyan Premier League matchup that pits two sides searching for a return to winning form.

Sofapaka (0-0-0) enters the game at home after a 1-0 loss to AP’s Bomet FC on April 26. The defeat extended a difficult stretch for Sofapaka, which has failed to score in five of its last six matches. That run includes a 0-0 draw with Tusker FC on April 18, a 0-0 draw with Bandari FC on April 3, a 2-0 loss to Ulinzi Stars FC on March 29, and a 0-0 draw with Bidco United on March 21. Their last victory came more than two months ago – a 1-0 win over Nairobi United FC on Feb. 14, 2026, according to team statistics.

Mathare United (0-0-0) also seeks a rebound after a 2-1 defeat to Nairobi United FC on April 25. The loss snapped a three-match unbeaten run that included a 3-0 win over Bidco United on April 18, a 0-0 draw with Police on April 14 and a 3-0 loss to Homeboyz on April 4. Mathare’s overall season has been mixed: they have scored in eight of their last 10 matches, with recent results including a 4-1 win over Leopards on March 14 and a 2-1 victory over Kariobangi Sharks on March 2, but also a 1-0 loss to Shabana on Feb. 25.

In the most recent head-to-head meeting, Mathare United defeated Sofapaka 1-0 on Dec. 17, 2025, at home. That result extended Mathare’s advantage in the series, but Sofapaka will look to reverse the trend at home.

The Interstat game simulator projects a 1-1 draw between the two sides.

Both teams have quick turnarounds after Saturday. Sofapaka hosts Kenya Commercial Bank FC on May 3, while Mathare United travels to face Mara Sugar FC later Saturday. Other upcoming games for Sofapaka include a match at Posta Rangers FC on May 11 and a home game against Shabana on May 16. Mathare United’s schedule includes a home match against AP’s Bomet FC on May 9 and a trip to Ulinzi Stars FC on May 16.

Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. local time at Sofapaka’s home ground.