Kenyan football fans can secure their seats for the highly anticipated friendly match between Bayern Munich and Ajax Amsterdam, as ticket sales are set to open on November 5, 2026. The match is scheduled for January 5, 2027, at the new Raila Odinga International Stadium in Nairobi, which has a seating capacity of 60,000. The stadium features advanced facilities, including a hybrid playing surface, VAR, goal-line technology, and 52 sky boxes.
The Raila Odinga International Stadium, named in honor of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, is set to host its inaugural football match on January 5, 2027. The venue is being positioned as a key location for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which Kenya will co-host with Uganda and Tanzania. President William Ruto highlighted the significance of the match, stating that it demonstrates Kenya's readiness for continental competition.
The choice of Bayern Munich and Ajax for the friendly match carries symbolic meaning. President Ruto noted that Raila Odinga studied in Germany, while Ajax's youth academy, "The Future," mirrors the Swahili concept of "Talanta," meaning talent. Both clubs have a reputation for identifying and nurturing young football talent. This match marks Bayern Munich's first-ever visit to Kenya.
Bayern Munich's board member for marketing and sales, Rouven Kasper, emphasized the importance of the match in deepening ties with African supporters. He stated that FC Bayern has a strong connection with fans in Africa and sees this match as an opportunity to further strengthen those ties. Fans who cannot attend in person can watch the match live on ProSieben or stream it via FC Bayern TV PLUS.
The two teams have a rich history, having combined for 10 European Cup and Champions League titles. Their most recent meeting in 2018 ended in a 3-3 draw, with four goals scored in the final ten minutes. Across ten competitive meetings, each club has won three, with the last three encounters ending in draws.
The Raila Odinga International Stadium is set to host multiple events, including the opening leg of the 2027 HSBC SVNS rugby sevens series in January. President Ruto highlighted the broader significance of the stadium's opening, stating that it represents Kenya's growth and development. The stadium's advanced facilities and technology make it an ideal venue for major sporting events.
Ticket sales for the Bayern Munich vs Ajax match will be available exclusively through the online platform talantasportscity.com. Fans have exactly two months from the sales launch date to purchase tickets for what promises to be one of the most-watched sporting events in East African history.
Key points
- Ticket sales for the Bayern Munich vs Ajax friendly match open on November 5, 2026.
- The match will be the inaugural fixture at the 60,000-seater Raila Odinga International Stadium.
- The stadium features advanced facilities, including VAR, goal-line technology, and 52 sky boxes.
