FIFA directs Bandari to pay former coach Ksh3.7 million after winning only a single game
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Despite the exit terms, Borji later escalated the matter to FIFA, claiming that Bandari had failed to fully honour the financial obligations of his contract
FKF Premier League outfit Bandari FC have been directed by FIFA’s Players’ Status Chamber to pay their former head coach, Mohamed Borji, a total of Ksh3.7 million following a dispute over breach of contract and outstanding dues.
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The Moroccan tactician was appointed in October 2025 on a one-year deal to lead the Dockers in the 2025/2026 season, taking over from Ken Odhiambo.
However, his stint at the Mombasa-based club lasted only two months before ending in what the club described as a mutual termination agreement.
Despite the exit terms, Borji later escalated the matter to FIFA, claiming that Bandari had failed to fully honour the financial obligations of his contract. After reviewing the case, the FIFA Players’ Status Chamber ruled partially in his favour.
The ruling orders Bandari FC to pay USD 6,483.87 (approximately Ksh 837,067) in outstanding remuneration and USD 22,500 (about Ksh 2,904,750) as compensation for breach of contract. All other claims raised by the coach were dismissed.
FIFA further directed that the full amount, including any applicable interest, must be settled within 45 days of notification.
Failure to comply will result in a transfer ban preventing Bandari from registering new players, locally or internationally, for up to three consecutive transfer windows. Continued non-compliance could see the case escalated to the FIFA Disciplinary Committee.
However, the sanctions will only take effect if formally requested by the claimant, in line with FIFA regulations.
During his brief spell at the club, Borji oversaw six matches, recording one win, two defeats, and three draws before his departure. Bandari later appointed Bernard Mwalala, who has since overseen a slightly improved win rate but continues to struggle with consistency, with draws remaining a major feature of the team’s season.
Bandari FC becomes the latest Kenyan club to face financial sanctions, following Gor Mahia, who were previously ordered by the Sports Disputes Tribunal (SDT) to pay former midfielder Sydney Ochieng Ksh 2.8 million for breach of contract and salary arrears.
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