Tusker FC chairman Charles Gacheru has revealed that the Brewers are set to use Kirigiti Stadium as their designated home ground for the 2026-2027 FKF Premier League season.Gacheru disclosed the plans while speaking during a radio interview with Sporty FM, revealing that the club is engaging the management of Kirigiti Stadium over a partnership that will see Tusker host their home matches at the facility, while contributing towards its maintenance.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe proposed arrangement is part of the club’s efforts to secure a permanent home venue after enduring a nomadic existence in recent seasons. Tusker have been forced to switch between different stadiums to host their matches, with venues in Murang’a, Embu and Nairobi among those used by the 12-time league champions last season.##NAJAVA_MECA_9968870##Gacheru said the partnership with 16,000 seater capacity Kirigiti Stadium is intended to provide the club with a consistent home venue while also allowing them to play a role in improving and maintaining the facility.“We will have our own stadium. We are going into partnership with Kirigiti to make it our home stadium. We will help in maintenance and such,” Gacheru stated.The seasoned administrator also revealed that Tusker have plans to renovate Ruaraka grounds, which has historically served as the club’s home ground.Mozzart Sport journalist earns prestigious role with U23 national teamHowever, he clarified that the facility will primarily be used as a training base once the planned improvements are completed, rather than as the club’s main venue for competitive matches.“We are planning to upgrade Ruaraka Grounds with the budget having already been allocated. But it will largely be used for our training ground and not matches,” he added.Beyond addressing the venue challenge, Gacheru said Tusker are also looking to use a permanent home ground to strengthen their connection with supporters and grow their fan base.“We are determined to grow our fan base, which is something we really want to engage in to match Shabana, Gor, AFC and Migori Youth,” he said.Hussein extends olive branch in bid to unlock FKF NEC stalemateThe confirmation of Kirigiti as Tusker’s home venue will, however, depend on the completion of the partnership arrangements and the relevant league requirements.
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