Bayern and Ajax to open Raila Odinga Stadium on 5 January
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on MyJoyOnline
Bayern Munich and Ajax Amsterdam will inaugurate Nairobi’s Raila Odinga International Stadium on 5 January 2027, in a match before 60,000 spectators. Kenyan President William Ruto confirmed the fixture, which will also serve as preparation for hosting 2027 Africa Cup of Nations matches, according to his official announcement.
Bayern Munich and Ajax Amsterdam will play the inaugural match at the Raila Odinga International Stadium in Nairobi on 5 January 2027, Kenyan President William Ruto announced on Wednesday. The match will officially open the 60,000-seat venue, formerly known as Talanta Stadium, according to MyJoyOnline.
Ruto said the two European clubs had won a combined ten European championship titles. Bayern and Ajax confirmed their participation: the Dutch club described the invitation as an honour, while Bayern said it wanted to strengthen its ties with its supporters in Africa.
The stadium is also due to host matches in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, jointly organised by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. Ruto said the inaugural event would be funded through partnerships with companies and a business model designed to attract private investment and create opportunities for Kenyans.
