Bandari Queens, a Mombasa-based football team, has declared its intent to contend for the league title and secure automatic promotion to the Kenya Women’s Premier League in the upcoming 2026/2027 Women’s National Super League season. The team has suffered heartbreak twice in their pursuit of top-flight football, finishing second and missing out via the promotion playoffs in their inaugural attempt, followed by a third-place finish last season.
The team recently held a Mass service at the Holy Ghost Cathedral in Mombasa, seeking divine guidance ahead of their new campaign. The service was attended by the team’s players, who were blessed and offered prayers for their safety and success in the upcoming campaign by Holy Ghost Cathedral priest Patrick Kazungu. This spiritual exercise is part of the team’s preparations for the new season, which kicks off on Saturday.
Bandari Queens will open their season on Saturday against Kwale County’s Diani Queens at the Mbaraki Sports Club. The team’s head coach, Jonathan Maraga Washe, expressed confidence in his side, noting that a productive pre-season has set the foundation for their promotion ambitions. Maraga promised that the team is ready for the new season and is targeting the WNSL trophy and automatic promotion to the Women’s Kenyan Premier League.
The club has heavily reinforced its squad with 12 new signings, including several international players from neighbouring countries. Team captain Florida Bokole emphasized the squad's determination to finally cross the finish line this season. Bokole promised the team's fans a better season, citing the new players and the best chemistry ever.
The team’s reinforcement and determination are evident in their preparations for the new season. With a new squad and a successful pre-season, Bandari Queens is poised to make a strong challenge for the league title. The team’s opponents in the league are also gearing up for the new season, with matches scheduled for Saturday and Sunday.
The 2026/2027 Women’s National Super League season promises to be exciting, with several teams vying for the top spot. Bandari Queens will face stiff competition from teams such as Gor Mahia Queens FC, AFC Leopardess FC, and Murang’a Lionesses FC. The league will feature a series of matches, with the team that accumulates the most points declared the winner.
The season’s opening matches are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, with Bandari Queens taking on Diani Queens at the Mbaraki Sports Club. Other matches include Gor Mahia Queens FC vs Hildana Queens FC, Sunderland Samba FC vs Marine Queens FC, and AFC Leopardess FC vs Gitothua Starlets FC.
Key points
- Bandari Queens is seeking divine guidance ahead of the 2026/2027 Women’s National Super League season.
- The team has reinforced its squad with 12 new signings, including several international players.
- Bandari Queens will open their season on Saturday against Kwale County’s Diani Queens at the Mbaraki Sports Club.
