When Guinness promises a proper matchday experience, they don’t mess about. This past weekend, the Official Beer of the Premier League transformed Bar Next Door on Kiambu Road into an absolute fortress of football fever, drawing thousands of fans eager to witness the beautiful game—and get up close with the one trophy that makes grown men weep with joy (or despair, depending on your allegiance).
Held on Saturday, October 25th, and Sunday, October 26th, the event delivered exactly what football fans crave: the authentic Premier League Trophy gleaming under the lights, multiple big screens broadcasting every tactical masterclass and defensive howler in crystal-clear HD, and an atmosphere so electric you could power half of Nairobi with it.
The weekend’s fixtures? Absolute chaos. The kind of Premier League madness that reminds us why we’re all slightly unhinged for loving this sport. Saturday delivered a genuine shocker as Sunderland stunned Chelsea 2-1—proving once again that in this league, reputations mean nothing when the whistle blows.
But the real drama came when Brentford handed Liverpool their fourth consecutive defeat with a pulsating 3-2 thriller. Four losses on the spin for the reigning champions? You couldn’t script it if you tried.
Sunday kept the unpredictability rolling. Aston Villa silenced the Etihad with a clinical 1-0 victory over Manchester City, while Arsenal ground out a crucial 1-0 win against Crystal Palace. For you Red Devils supporters (myself included, clearly), watching your rivals stumble must have felt like a warm embrace on a cold day. Nothing heals the soul quite like seeing City and Liverpool both dropping points, eh?
The punditry lineup brought its own fireworks. Carol Radull, flying the Arsenal flag with pride, and Manchester City’s Lotan Salapei traded barbs and analysis throughout the weekend, their banter as sharp as Kevin De Bruyne’s passing—when he’s not injured, of course. The friendly rivalry added layers of entertainment beyond the matches themselves, with fans chiming in to defend their clubs’ honor (or poke fun at their mates’ misery).
But Guinness understood the assignment: matchday isn’t just about the ninety minutes. The entertainment roster featured heavyweight performances from Khaligraph Jones and Kodong Klan, while DJs Pskratch, Grauchi, Sir M, Mista C, and Daqchild kept the venue buzzing long after the final whistles. Because let’s be honest—whether your team wins, loses, or somehow manages to do both simultaneously, the celebration must continue.
“It has been truly amazing to witness the passion for the game exuded by every fan who joined us,” said Joy Murugi, Guinness Brand Manager. “We are delighted to have created a true home for football enthusiasts at the Guinness Matchday, where they can come together, celebrate their love for the beautiful game, and enjoy a premium viewing experience with an ice-cold Guinness in hand. Bringing the Premier League Trophy to Nairobi was a powerful testament to our commitment to our consumers and their unwavering support for both the brand and the beautiful game.”
The Premier League Trophy itself—that gleaming symbol of everything Manchester United fans remember from the good old days and currently aspire to reclaim—drew massive crowds throughout the weekend. Fans queued patiently for their moment with footballing royalty, capturing selfies and memories that’ll fuel WhatsApp group chats for months to come.
This weekend proved what Kenyan football fans already knew: our passion for the Premier League rivals anything you’ll find in Manchester, Liverpool, London, or anywhere else. When the fixtures deliver drama, the venue delivers atmosphere, and Guinness delivers the full matchday package, magic happens.
Here’s to more weekends like this—and here’s hoping United sorts themselves out before the next one, yeah? Some of us are running out of “it’s a rebuilding year” excuses.
Guinness extends its gratitude to all the fans who made the Guinness Matchday weekend an overwhelming success, reaffirming its dedication to bringing premium football experiences to Kenya.
