Gachagua questions Bayern Munich vs Ajax match for ceremonial opening of Raila Odinga International Stadium

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has questioned the decision to open Talanta Stadium with a match between European football giants Bayern Munich and Ajax Amsterdam, arguing that Kenyan teams should have been given a chance to feature in the inaugural fixture.Speaking on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, Gachagua questioned why foreign teams would headline the opening match of a stadium funded by Kenyan taxpayers, instead of local clubs or the national team, the Harambee Stars.