Shabana were held to barren draw by Mathare United at the Gusii stadium, but history was made.
Shabana FC reached a subtle yet historic milestone in their 0-0 draw against Mathare United at the Gusii Stadium on Sunday.
Known for having one of the most passionate fan bases in the league, the Glamour Boys have steadily cemented their reputation as trendsetters in Kenyan football.
Their latest initiative, however, stood out in a unique way.
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For the first time in FKF Premier League history, a club fielded mascots on a match day, a spectacle commonly associated with English Premier League clubs and top European leagues.
As the Shabana players walked onto the pitch, they were accompanied by young mascots dressed in the club’s kit.
In a gesture of sportsmanship, Mathare United players also had the privilege of being escorted onto the pitch by mascots.
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This initiative did not go unnoticed among local football fans, many of whom appreciated the effort and its significance.
Renowned Kenyan sports journalist Carol Radull took to X (formerly Twitter) to acknowledge the historic moment, stating, “Shabana FC setting trends. The 1st FKF-PL club with mascots.”
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Shabana is aiming to capitalise on their consistently high gross revenue collection by implementing an electronic ticketing system to boost gate collection.
Another sports enthusiast, Kevin Teya, highlighted the long-term benefits of such an initiative, saying, “Engage children in football culture early, and the club will have lifelong supporters.”
This move comes at a time when Shabana FC is making waves off the pitch as well.
Shabana revealed a healthy gate collection from Sunday’s match against Mathare United but fans urged the club to use part of the funds to address a key area in the team.
The club has recently made headlines with record-breaking match revenue collections, prompting management to explore electronic ticketing as a way to maximize earnings and further solidify their reputation as innovators in the league.
On the pitch, however, the team has experienced mixed results in their last five league games, winning one, losing one, and drawing three.
Sunday’s draw against Mathare United left them in eighth place on the FKF Premier League standings with 29 points—12 points away from the league summit.
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Despite their fluctuating form, Shabana FC’s commitment to innovation and fan engagement continues to set them apart.
The introduction of mascots marks a significant step in shaping a more vibrant and inclusive match-day experience, a move that could inspire other clubs to follow suit.
