The Kenya Premier League 2001 season was one of the most complex and controversial campaigns in the country’s football history. Featuring league expansion, legal disputes, and inconsistent fixtures, the Kenya Premier League 2001 ultimately crowned Oserian Fastac as champions after a dominant run.
Final Table – Kenya Premier League 2001 (Top 10)
| Position | Team | P | W-D-L | GF-GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oserian Fastac | 37 | 28-4-5 | 73-19 | 88 |
| 2 | Mathare United | 37 | 25-6-6 | 55-22 | 81 |
| 3 | Mumias Sugar | 36 | 20-8-8 | 48-27 | 68 |
| 4 | Tusker FC | 38 | 20-9-9 | 49-30 | 69 |
| 5 | AFC Leopards | 37 | 17-14-6 | 50-25 | 65 |
| 6 | Nzoia Sugar | 34 | 13-14-7 | 31-21 | 53 |
| 7 | Sony Sugar | 35 | 14-10-11 | 37-30 | 52 |
| 8 | Utalii | 34 | 13-12-9 | 46-36 | 51 |
| 9 | Gor Mahia | 37 | 13-9-15 | 36-34 | 48 |
| 10 | Kisima Bombers | 35 | 12-9-14 | 44-45 | 45 |
Relegated Teams
- Kisumu Telkom
- Nakuru Police
Champions – Kenya Premier League 2001
Oserian Fastac (Naivasha) delivered a remarkable season:
- Best attack and defense (73 goals scored, 19 conceded)
- Clear lead at the top with 88 points
- Consistent dominance across all matchweeks
Their title win marked one of the most commanding performances in Kenyan league history.
Key Highlights of the Season
Oserian Fastac’s Dominance
Oserian stood out for:
- High-scoring victories (including multiple 4+ goal wins)
- Defensive solidity
- Key contributors like John Baraza and Sammy Simiyu
Mathare United Maintain Elite Status
Mathare United continued their rise:
- Finished 2nd
- Strong attacking record
- Remained consistent despite fixture disruptions
Mid-Table Stability
Teams like:
- Gor Mahia
- Ulinzi Stars
- KCB
struggled for consistency but remained competitive in a crowded league.
Season Controversies and Irregularities
The Kenya Premier League 2001 season was heavily affected by off-field issues:
League Expansion Mid-Season
- Teams like Kisumu Telkom and Brooke Bond were re-admitted mid-season
- Fixtures became uneven, with some teams playing more matches than others
Match Abandonments and Awards
- Several matches were abandoned due to rain, crowd trouble, or disputes
- Some results were awarded by federation decisions rather than played
Legal Disputes
- Re-Union won a High Court case seeking reinstatement
- Disputes between clubs and the Kenyan Football Federation (KFF) disrupted scheduling
Top Scorers (as of November 2001)
- Mark Sirengo (Mumias Sugar) – 20 goals
- Manasseh Imbo (Kisima Bombers) – 17 goals
- John Barasa (Oserian Fastac) – 14 goals
Domestic Cups
Moi Golden Cup 2001 Final
- AFC Leopards 2-0 Mathare United
May Day Cup
- AFC Leopards defeated Gor Mahia on penalties
Season Significance
The Kenya Premier League 2001 season is remembered for:
- Oserian Fastac’s historic dominance
- Structural instability in Kenyan football
- Legal and administrative challenges affecting competition integrity
Despite the challenges, the season played a key role in shaping reforms that followed in Kenyan football, including restructuring the league format in subsequent years.
