AFC Leopards remain winless this season as fan frustration boils over following Bandari draw
AFC Leopards’ turbulent start to the 2025/26 FKF Premier League season took a dramatic turn on October 15th, when disgruntled fans blocked players from leaving Kasarani Stadium after a goalless draw against Bandari FC.
The incident, captured in images showing supporters surrounding the team bus, reflected growing unrest among Ingwe faithful, who have watched their club stumble through three consecutive draws without a single win this campaign. The stalemate against Bandari marked yet another missed opportunity for the Leopards to kickstart their season, with fans demanding accountability for the team’s lackluster performances.
Security personnel were forced to intervene as tensions escalated outside the stadium, with players and technical staff temporarily confined to the venue amid chants and confrontations. Sources close to the club confirmed that the standoff lasted nearly an hour before calm was restored and the team was escorted out. This episode follows a string of fan-led protests earlier in the season, including pitch invasions and vocal criticism of coaching decisions. The club’s interim management has yet to issue a formal statement, but internal sources suggest emergency meetings are underway to address both performance and supporter relations.
With only three points from three draws and no wins to their name, AFC Leopards sit precariously near the bottom of the FKF Premier League table. The pressure is mounting not just on the coaching bench, but across the entire playing unit, as fans grow impatient with tactical inconsistencies and lack of attacking intent. As one of Kenya’s most storied football institutions, Ingwe now faces a critical juncture, either recalibrate swiftly or risk further alienation from its passionate fanbase. The coming fixtures will be pivotal, not just for points, but for restoring trust and pride in the blue jersey.
