The first phase of ticket sales for the historic football match between Bayern Munich and Ajax at the Raila Odinga International Stadium in Nairobi has concluded, with 15,000 tickets sold. The match, set to take place on January 5, 2027, has generated significant interest, with fans eagerly awaiting the opportunity to see top European players in action. According to the organisers, all tickets offered in the first phase have been sold, with prices ranging from Sh2,500 to Sh100,000.
The ticket sale process, which began online on November 5 via talantasportscity.com, saw most categories selling out within hours. The organisers, Talanta Sports City, announced on their X handle, @talantacity, that more tickets would be made available in subsequent phases. Fans who missed out on the first phase can look forward to future ticket releases, with the organisers advising them to stay tuned to official channels for updates.
The match has attracted considerable interest globally, with Bayern Munich and Ajax being two of Europe's top teams. Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya confirmed that both teams have committed to fielding their best possible sides, giving fans hope of seeing star players like Harry Kane, Michael Olise, Manuel Neuer, and Luis Diaz in action. The 60,000-seater Raila Odinga International Stadium is set to host the highly anticipated clash.
Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi revealed that 5,000 tickets had been reserved for travelling fans of Bayern Munich and Ajax. Additionally, about 1,000 tickets sold in the first phase were bought by fans based outside Kenya. The organisers have warned fans against falling prey to fraudsters advertising bogus tickets, emphasising that the only official website for purchasing tickets is TalantaSportsCity.com.
The decision to secure Bayern Munich and Ajax for the match was made after attempts to book English Premier League teams failed. Deputy Head of Mission at the Kenyan Embassy in Bonn, Germany, Mohamed Sheikh Nuh, played a key role in securing the presence of the German side, citing the winter break as a factor in their availability.
As fans eagerly await the next phase of ticket sales, the organisers are working to ensure a smooth and secure process. With the first phase selling out quickly, fans are advised to be cautious of fraudulent websites and only purchase tickets through official channels. The match promises to be an exciting event, with top-class football and a state-of-the-art stadium.
The January 5, 2027 match is set to be a historic event for Kenyan football, with the Raila Odinga International Stadium hosting one of the biggest clashes in European football. As the event approaches, fans are gearing up to witness top talent in action, and the organisers are working to deliver a memorable experience.
Key points
- 15,000 tickets sold in the first phase of sales for the Bayern Munich vs Ajax clash
- The match will take place at the 60,000-seater Raila Odinga International Stadium on January 5, 2027
- More tickets will be released in subsequent phases, with fans advised to stay tuned to official channels for updates
