Bandari FC

Bandari Football Club is a Kenyan football club based in Mombasa. The team play their home games at the Mbaraki Sports Club and the Mombasa County Stadium (the latter having four times greater seating capacity), and currently compete in the Kenyan Premier League after finishing the 2012 FKF Division One season as champions of Zone A.

The team played from 1960 to 1978 as LASCO Football Club, followed by an eight-year run as Cargo Football Club. In 1985, the club merged with the Kenya Ports Authority team to form Bandari FC.

The club had played previously in the Kenyan Premier League, but was relegated after the 1997 season. Bandari was the first runners up in the KPL 2017,2018 and won the KPL SportPesa Supercup 2018 to earn a CAF CONFEDERATION CUP Qualifications spot.

The Dockers were placed against Al Ahly Shendi of Sudan and drew 0–0 on home turf before drawing 1–1 away to Shendi in Sudan eliminating the Sudan-based side. The second round they were placed with US Ben Guardane of Tunisia, and eliminated them in similar fashion The team was disbanded in 1999. It was revived in 2004 and rapidly promoted from lower leagues back to the premier league. The club reached the final on Kenyan Cup in 1986 but was beaten by Gor Mahia (who qualified for the African Cup Winners' Cup and won the tournament).

**Bandari FC: A Glimpse into the Pride of Mombasa**

Bandari FC, based in Mombasa, Kenya, is a professional football club that has carved a niche for itself in the Kenyan Premier League. Founded in 1983, the club has a rich history and a passionate fan base that proudly supports the team, known as the "Dockers." The name "Bandari," which means "port" in Swahili, reflects the club's deep-rooted connection to the coastal city and its maritime heritage.

The team's colors, blue and white, symbolize the ocean and the sky, embodying the spirit of Mombasa. Bandari FC plays its home matches at the Mbaraki Sports Complex, a venue that resonates with the energy and enthusiasm of local supporters. The club has a reputation for nurturing local talent and has produced several players who have gone on to represent the national team.

Over the years, Bandari FC has enjoyed various successes, including domestic cup victories and competitive performances in the league. The team's style of play is characterized by a blend of skillful attacking football and solid defensive organization, making them a formidable opponent on the pitch.

Off the field, Bandari FC is committed to community engagement and development, often participating in initiatives that promote youth football and social responsibility in the region. With a vision to elevate their status in Kenyan football and beyond, Bandari FC continues to strive for excellence, aiming to bring home more silverware and inspire the next generation of footballers in Kenya.