Gor Mahia will be without midfield dynamo Enock Morrison for their FKF Premier League clash against Mara Sugar at Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday, after he picked up his fifth yellow card of the season, triggering an automatic suspension.
Morrison’s Absence: A Midfield Blow
The 26-year-old has been a key figure in K’Ogalo’s engine room, contributing both defensively and offensively. His absence comes at a pivotal stage of the season, with Gor Mahia top of the SportPesa League, having recorded 3 wins and 2 draws in their last five matches.
Head Coach Charles Akonnor addressed the challenge:
Losing Enock is a blow, but we have a strong squad. Others will step up. Football is a team sport, and we are ready to face Mara Sugar and continue our push at the top of the table.”
Players Ready to Step Up
Midfielder Alpha Onyango, expected to cover Morrison’s role, said:
“Enock is a great player, and we will miss him, but we have trained hard for moments like this. Everyone on the team knows their role, and we will fight to secure all three points.”
Mara Sugar Eyes Opportunity
Mara Sugar, sitting 13th on the table with 20 points, have struggled for consistency, winning only one of their last five matches. Despite this, the Sugar Men will aim to exploit the absence of Gor Mahia’s midfield star.
Last Season’s Head-to-Head
| Fixture | Score | Goal Scorers |
| —————————— | —– | ———————————————————– |
| Mara Sugar vs Gor Mahia (Away) | 0–2 | Austine Odhiambo, Gedeon Bendeka |
| Gor Mahia vs Mara Sugar (Home) | 4–0 | Musa Shariff, Enock Morrison, Gedeon Bendeka, Alpha Onyango |
Fan Reactions
Fans have voiced their opinions on social media:
- @GreenArmy_Kenya: “Morrison out, but the team is bigger than one player. K’Ogalo will show their depth!”
- @NairobiFootballFan: “Mara Sugar might sense an opening. Akonnor has to be smart with his midfield.”*
- @FKLoyalist: “This will be a true test of Gor Mahia’s squad strength. Excited for the game!”*
⏰ Match Details
Fixture: Gor Mahia vs Mara Sugar
Date: Sunday, 18th January 2026
Kick-off: 4:00 PM
Venue: Nyayo National Stadium
Gor Mahia will be eager to continue their dominant start to the season, while Mara Sugar will look to capitalize on Morrison’s absence to secure a positive result in Nairobi.