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Coronavirus: Mathare United unveil 'home-based training' following government order

Mathare United became the second Kenyan Premier League (KPL) club to suspend their training following the government's directive on measures to curb coronavirus.

United will limit the training of their payers in order to adhere to the government's order to avoid crowded places after the third case of Covid-19 was reported on Sunday.

Kariobangi Sharks were the first KPL club to suspend training sessions and team activities involving the senior and junior sides.

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“Following the growing concern over the Covid-19 virus and the recent directive by the government of Kenya, Mathare United suspend all club training sessions and meetings with immediate effect,” read Mathare United's letter seen by Goal and signed by the club's Chief Executive Officer Jectone Obure.