Sports Kenya on Tuesday slapped heavy fines on two of FKF Premier League sides Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards for their fans’ part in vandalizing Nyayo National Stadium during last weekend’s heated Mashemeji Derby. The penalty sums amount to Ksh 126,000 for Gor Mahia and a steep Ksh 505,450 for AFC Leopards alongside a temporary ban from using any Sports Kenya facility for the latter until the fines are fully paid. The sanctions come in the wake of significant damage observed at the stadium including broken seats and damaged infrastructure. According to a copy of a demand note to AFC…
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Musa Masika is finally finding rhythm at his dream club Gor Mahia. Masika was handed a rare start against AFC Leopards but was subbed off after 35 minutes but combined excellently with the likes of Rooney Onyango, Austin Odhiambo, and Sharrif Musa down the right-hand side, which gave Leopards all sorts of problems. The unpredictable attacking midfielder joined Gor Mahia mid-season after leaving KCB on a free transfer, even though he did not play a lot in the first half of the season due to injuries. However, he has been getting to match fitness by making cameo appearances, and had…
Gor Mahia head coach Jonathan McKinstry has announced the return of goalkeeper Gad Mathews to the training squad as they gear up for an important match against Murang’a Seal at the SportPesa Arena on Saturday. Mathews, who had been absent from several training sessions, sparking concerns about his dedication, is now back and ready for action. The experienced goalkeeper had missed training sessions which raised questions about his commitment a concern that club chairman Ambrose Rachier addressed. “He is still part of us, but he has been skipping some training sessions. We are looking into it so as to solve the problem,” Rachier was…
Peter Dawo, a name etched in the annals of football history, remains a revered figure, known for his exceptional talent and profound impact on the sport. Hailing from Kisumu County, Dawo rose to prominence during the 1987 All-Africa Games, where his stellar performances captured the hearts of fans worldwide. Dawo’s journey to success was not without its challenges. Born in Kisumu, Kenya, he faced adversity from a young age. Despite the odds, Dawo’s unwavering determination and passion for football propelled him forward. His breakthrough came when he joined Gor Mahia FC, a decision that would shape his career and establish…
Gor Mahia FC head coach Jonathan McKinstry has expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance in their recent friendly matches against Ulinzi Stars as they prepare for an upcoming critical match against Murang’a Seal in the FKF Premier League. The matches, which took place on Saturday at the Mpesa Foundation Academy, were a part of the team’s preparations and allowed McKinstry to assess various players ahead of the next weekend’s game. The friendly encounter saw Gor Mahia’s first team securing a 2-1 victory with goals from Ronney Onyango and Christopher Ochieng’, while the second team was held to a 2-2 draw.…
