President William Ruto poses for a photo at Raila Odinga stadium, Talanta during a inspection tour of the facility/PCS

President William Ruto has announced that the Raila Odinga International Stadium in Nairobi will officially open on January 5, 2027.

While making the announcement Wednesday, Ruto said as part of the opening a historic match between German giants FC Bayern Munich and Dutch side AFC Ajax will be played at the stadium.

President William Ruto during a inspection tour of Raila Odinga stadium/PCS

President William Ruto poses for photo at the stadium's terraces/PCS

Ruto said the fixture, featuring two of Europe's most successful clubs, would mark a significant milestone in Kenya's efforts to position itself as a major sporting destination ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

The President noted that Bayern Munich and Ajax had collectively won Europe's premier club competition 10 times, making the encounter an appropriate occasion to inaugurate the facility.

President William Ruto takes a walk at the Raila Odinga stadium during an inspection tour/PCS

An aerial view of Raila Odinga stadium at night/PCS