The SportPesa Super Cup

The SportPesa Super Cup was created to celebrate the best of East African football, bringing together elite clubs from Tanzania and Kenya to compete for regional glory and the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to face Everton FC from the English Premier League.

Launched in 2017 as part of SportPesa’s broader commitment to developing African sport, the tournament quickly became one of the most exciting showcases of regional talent. Featuring an eight-team knockout format, it offered clubs a platform to compete at an international level while uniting fans across borders through their shared love of the game.

The inaugural edition saw Kenya’s Gor Mahia FC crowned champions after an unforgettable final that earned them a friendly against Everton FC in Dar es Salaam, a match that marked the return of Wayne Rooney to his boyhood club. The event captured global attention, shining a spotlight on East African football and the passion that drives it.

In 2018, Gor Mahia successfully defended their title and traveled to the iconic Goodison Park in Liverpool to face Everton once more becoming the first East African club to play on English soil. These moments went beyond the scoreboard; they symbolized the progress and potential of football in the region.

For Tanzania, the SportPesa Super Cup played a defining role in strengthening the country’s football presence on the continental stage. With top clubs like Young Africans SC and Simba SC participating, local fans witnessed their heroes compete against regional rivals and international icons, elevating both the game’s quality and visibility.

Today, the legacy of the SportPesa Super Cup continues to inspire — reminding fans, players, and communities of what’s possible when sport, opportunity, and passion come together. Through initiatives like this, SportPesa reaffirms its commitment to nurturing local talent, promoting regional unity, and showcasing African football to the world.