Since their inaugural clash on May 5, 1968, the country has witnessed some epic displays from these two clubs, leaving both positive and negative marks in football history. The rivalry between Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards has been fierce since that first encounter. One of the most notable matches in this rivalry occurred in 1975 when Gor Mahia defeated AFC Leopards with an impressive score of 5-1. In that game, Laban Otieno became the first player to score a hat trick in this derby, with the other goals coming from Maurice “Ole Tunda” Ouma and Francis Mudanyi. Dennis Mwenje managed…
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The anticipated Mashemeji Derby, which showcases Gor Mahia against their long-time rivals AFC Leopards, is scheduled for Sunday, March 30, 2025, at Nyayo National Stadium, kicking off at 4:00 PM. However, Gor Mahia will be navigating this crucial match without their star striker, Benson Omalla. Gor Mahia CEO Raymond Oruo provided insights into Omalla’s situation, noting that the 2023/2024 KPL Golden Boot winner may not feature in the match due to pending documentation. Specifically, Omalla is yet to receive his International Transfer Certificate (ITC). This delay stems from a transfer saga, as his previous club, Safa SC in Lebanon, insists…
Football Kenya Federation President Hussein Mohamed has passionately urged fans to unite and show up for the thrilling Mashemeji Derby this Sunday, March 30, 2025, at Nyayo National Stadium. In an inspiring call, Hussein encouraged football lovers to prepare for an exhilarating showdown between the fierce rivals Gor Mahia FC and AFC Leopards. “Kenyan football fans are in for another thrilling match this Sunday as the Mashemeji Derby takes center stage,” he declared. “We invite fans to come out in full force and experience the game in a vibrant and festive atmosphere, just like we witnessed last Sunday. League matches…
Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has sparked a discussion regarding player availability for Kenya’s World Cup qualifiers against Gambia and Gabon, specifically mentioning Gor Mahia and Tusker FC. Following Kenya’s recent match against Gabon, McCarthy took the opportunity to clarify his squad selection process, noting that it was guided by the players who were available to him at that time, as other clubs were focused on the local league schedule. “The players I chose were those who were available during that period,” McCarthy explained. “Gor Mahia and Tusker sought permission to retain their players, and we were accommodating. However,…
The Mashemeji Derby is set to take place on Sunday, March 30, 2025, and this time there will be no postponement. AFC Leopards, the host team, has confirmed that this highly anticipated match will occur shortly after football fans finish their worship services. An exhilarating clash awaits, as two arch-rivals battle on the field, fueled by passionate fans who fill the stands, pushing their teams to greatness. Previously, organizational delays arose from a lack of suitable venues capable of hosting such a high-stakes matchup. Kenya’s three main stadiums—Nyayo, Kasarani, and the Ulinzi Sports Complex—were temporarily closed for renovations in preparation…
