William Ole Ntimama Stadium, formerly called Narok Stadium,[1] is a 20,000 seat association football and multi-use stadium in Narok. It is currently the home field of Kariobangi Sharks F.C. and Sofapaka F.C. of the Kenyan Premier League, the top-flight of Kenyan football.[2]
The Office of the Deputy Prime Minister of Kenya commissioned a renovation of the stadium in 2012 following a request by the local government. [2] The stadium was renamed in 2020 after late politician William Ole Ntimama who died in 2016.[1]
Kenyan stadiums
editThe William Ole Ntimama Stadium is the second largest stadium by capacity in Kenya.
| Stadium | City | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Moi International Sports Centre | Kasarani | 80,000 |
| William Ole Ntimama Stadium | Narok | 20,000 |
| Kinoru Stadium | Meru | 15,000 |
| Nyayo National Stadium | Nairobi | 15,000 |
References
edit- ^ a b Nyongesa, M. (22 February 2020). "Narok Stadium Officially Renamed William Ole Ntimama Stadium". LitKenya. Retrieved 22 August 2021.
- ^ a b "Narok Stadium - Details". Michezoafrika.com. Retrieved 22 August 2021.
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