Fraud Alert Issued as 15,000 Tickets Sell Out for Bayern Munich vs Ajax Clash in Nairobi

Organisers of the January 5, 2027 friendly between Bayern Munich and Ajax have warned football fans against buying fake tickets from fraudulent websites after the first 15,000 seats sold out.

The warning follows the rapid sale of Phase One tickets, which went live on November 5 via the official portal, talantasportscity.com. Most categories sold out within hours.

“Fraudulent websites are attempting to sell fake tickets for the historic FC Bayern Munich vs AFC Ajax Amsterdam match on 5th January 2027,” Talanta Sports City said on its social media handles. “The ONLY official website for purchasing tickets is TalantaSportsCity.com. Remember, Phase One tickets are sold out, but additional tickets will be released in subsequent phases through our official channels. Don't get scammed. Verify the website before you pay.”

The high-profile fixture will inaugurate the 60,000-seater Raila Odinga International Stadium in Nairobi.

During the initial sale, standard tickets retailed at Sh2,500, Sh3,500, and Sh5,000. Premium seats went for Sh15,000 and Sh20,000, while platinum tickets cost up to Sh100,000. Organisers did not disclose how many tickets were sold in each price tier.

International buyers snapped up about 1,000 of the 15,000 tickets sold so far, according to Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi. Mwangi added that 5,000 seats have been reserved specifically for travelling supporters of the two European clubs.

“15,000 tickets. All gone! The overwhelming response to Phase One is a testament to Kenya's passion for football and the excitement building ahead of the historic FC Bayern Munich vs AFC Ajax Amsterdam clash,” the organisers posted on X under the handle @talantacity. “Missed out? Don't worry. Only Phase One has sold out. More tickets will be released in subsequent phases. Stay tuned to our official channels for the next announcement.”

Kenya initially tried to bring English Premier League clubs for the stadium launch, but turned to Bayern Munich and Ajax after those talks fell through. Mohamed Sheikh Nuh, the Deputy Head of Mission at the Kenyan Embassy in Bonn, Germany, helped broker the deal with the Bundesliga giants.

“It was easy to secure the presence of the German side because of the winter break,” Nuh said.

Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya said earlier last week that both clubs have committed in writing to field their strongest available squads. The written guarantee means Kenyan fans can expect to see top stars in Nairobi, including 2026 Ballon d’Or winner Harry Kane, French forward Michael Olise, German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, and Colombian forward Luis Diaz.

Organisers said they will announce dates for the next phase of ticket sales through their official channels in due course.