Minnows BB Bread knock AFC Leopards out of the FKF Cup

Sports · Wainaina Mark · February 9, 2026

In Summary

Lower-league side BB Bread beat AFC Leopards on penalties at Police Sacco Stadium after a 2–2 draw, delivering a major FKF Cup upset and highlighting depth in Kenyan football.

A night of giant-killing drama unfolded at Police Sacco Stadium as BB Bread, the plucky outfit formerly known as Kayole Youngsters, served up one of the FKF Cup’s most memorable upsets. In a match that mixed grit, nerves, and a slice of poetic irony, AFC Leopards—reborn and roaring in the league—were toppled by the underdogs in a penalty shootout that left fans stunned.

From Sheng Saying to Sporting Reality

There’s a popular Sheng adage—“hakuna mkate ngumu mbele ya chai”—that suggests no bread is too tough to soften in tea. On Sunday evening, however, BB Bread proved otherwise. The lower-league side hardened into an immovable crust, refusing to crumble under the weight of Ingwe’s pedigree and pressure.

Match Drama Unfolds

BB Bread raced into a surprising 2–0 lead, their confidence and cohesion on full display as they dictated the early narrative. AFC Leopards, who have been breathing down Gor Mahia’s neck in the Kenya Premier League, looked momentarily shell-shocked. Coach Fred Ambani’s men rallied—Kennedy Owino and James Kinyanjui struck to level the tie and inject hope into the KPL giants. The comeback set the stage for a tense penalty shootout.

In the end, composure favoured the minnows. BB Bread held their nerve while Owino’s spotkick sailed over the bar, handing Ajastine Okoba’s side a famous victory. The final twist: between the posts for the winners stood Ezekiel Owade, an Ingwe alumnus whose experience proved decisive in steadying the underdog backline.

Voices from the Pitch

Okoba refused to be surprised by the result, praising his squad’s preparation and tactical discipline. “Everybody has been working hard throughout the week… We were tactically better than our opponents,” he said, while acknowledging his players’ unfamiliarity with top-tier intensity. Now, buoyed by belief, Okoba dreams of a fairytale cup run—one game at a time.

Owade, whose stint at Ingwe ran from 2017 to 2020, celebrated the victory while urging empathy for his former club. “There is a lot of talent in the lower leagues,” he said, calling on KPL coaches to scout deeper. He also reminded fans that football’s cruel turns do not define a team’s worth.

What This Means

BB Bread’s triumph is more than a headline; it’s a reminder of the depth and unpredictability of Kenyan football. The result spotlights the talent bubbling in regional leagues and the thin margins that separate glory from heartbreak. For AFC Leopards, it’s a sobering lesson in focus and humility. For BB Bread, it’s a moment to savour—and a platform to build from.

Looking Ahead

As the FKF Cup progresses, the storylines will multiply. BB Bread will ride a wave of belief and attention, while Ingwe must regroup and refocus on the title chase. For neutral fans, Sunday’s upset was a delicious reminder that in cup football, the script is never written until the final whistle—and sometimes the smallest cast delivers the biggest drama.

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