Golden glove race heats up as KPL clean sheet leaders rise
By Joel Masibo, February 21, 2026Goalkeepers in the 2025/26 Football Kenya Federation Premier League are delivering standout performances, with the race for the most clean sheets award heating up as the season progresses.
Golden gloves
Heading into weekend fixtures, at the top of the standings is AFC Leopards’ Humphrey Katasi, who currently leads the chart with an impressive 10 clean sheets. His consistency between the posts has been crucial for his side, who are placed second on the log.
Close behind is Job Ochieng of Kenya Police FC with 9 clean sheets, level with Stephen Otieno of Shabana FC, who has matched the tally with equally commanding performances.
The chase pack features Allan Ngeleka of Bandari FC, Gor Mahia’s Byrne Omondi, and Kevin Ouru of Bidco United, all tied on 8 clean sheets. Their consistent form highlights the growing quality of goalkeeping across the league and the increasing tactical emphasis on defensive organisation.
Meanwhile, the 2025/26 FKF Premier League season enters a decisive phase this weekend as Round 21 fixtures promise high-stakes encounters across the country, with leaders Gor Mahia aiming to stretch their lead further, while second-placed AFC Leopards seeks to reduce the gap at the top.
Action kicked off on Friday, February 20, 2026, with Kakamega Homeboyz edging Sofapaka 2-0 at Bukhungu Stadium. Homeboyz dedicated the fixture to their departed defender Silas Abungana, while Sofapaka sought vital points as they aim to move out of the relegation zone.
Saturday fixtures
Saturday, February 21, 2026, presents a packed schedule featuring five matches. At Police Sacco Grounds, Kariobangi Sharks take on Mathare United from 2:00 pm in what promises to be a fiercely contested Nairobi derby, after Mathare came from behind to stun former champions Tusker FC at the same venue last weekend.
Simultaneously, Gusii Stadium will host a mouthwatering clash between Shabana FC and league heavyweights Tusker FC, also kicking off at 2:00 pm. Despite having a bad record at home, Shabana will be out seeking to break the jinx before the home crowd, while Tusker will be aiming to bounce back to their winning ways in the challenging campaign.
At 3:00 pm, Murang’a Seal welcome coastal side Bandari FC at SportPesa Arena, while Nairobi United battle Bidco United at Ulinzi Sports Complex.
The day’s highlight fixture sees former winners AFC Leopards square off against Posta Rangers at Nyayo Stadium from 4:00 pm, a tie expected to draw significant attention from fans after Ingwe dropped crucial points against Bandari previously in their title hunt mission at the weekend.
Sunday climax
Round 21 concludes on Sunday, February 22, 2026, with three key encounters. At Police Sacco Grounds, defending champions Kenya Police FC face off with APS Bomet FC in a 2:00 pm kickoff. In Awendo, Mara Sugar FC host disciplined outfit Ulinzi Stars at Green Stadium.
The weekend wraps up with a blockbuster clash at Nyayo Stadium where record champions Gor Mahia meet banking side KCB FC in a 4:00 pm encounter that could significantly shape the title race. Gor Mahia tops the table with 43 points heading into Round 21 fixtures.