For the first time in world football, we witnessed something completely unacceptable. A fourth official, whose role is strictly off-field, took it upon himself to influence a major on-field decision. A penalty that had already been awarded was mysteriously overturned after his intervention. Let that sink in. This is not just controversial, it is a direct violation of basic FIFA/IFAB officiating principles. The fourth official does NOT decide fouls. The fourth official does NOT overturn penalties. The fourth official does NOT referee the match Yet in the KPL, that’s exactly what happened. And it didn’t stop there. The same official…
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Tensions boiled over after Gor Mahia FC were held in a heated and controversial encounter against Bandari FC, with the club’s vice chair launching a scathing attack on officiating standards in the SportPesa Premier League. Speaking after the match, the Gor Mahia Vice Chair Sally Bolo did not mince her words, describing the refereeing decisions as damaging not only to the club but to the integrity of the entire league. “The kind of officiating going on in the SportPesa Premier League is doing terrible damage to the brand. Matches should be decided on sporting merit, not what appears to be…
Kenyan football is once again under scrutiny, and at the center of the storm is Gor Mahia FC. A series of controversial refereeing decisions, the latest coming against Bandari FC, has reignited debate about the standards, consistency, and credibility of officiating in the Kenyan Premier League. A Clear Moment Turned Controversial The defining moment at Kasarani came when Musa Shariff produced a dazzling run from the left flank, beating two defenders before going down inside the penalty area. The referee, well-positioned and seemingly confident, pointed straight to the spot. For a brief moment, justice appeared to be served, but that…
League leaders Gor Mahia FC were held to a frustrating goalless draw by Bandari FC in a heated FKF Premier League encounter at the Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani. K’Ogalo dominated large spells of the match but were unable to break down a disciplined Bandari defense, settling for a single point that keeps them top of the table with 58 points, just ahead of arch-rivals AFC Leopards on 55. 85’ MATCH UPDATE Gor Mahia 0-0 Bandari FC Drama unfolded late at Kasarani in a moment that left players and fans stunned. In the 86th minute, Shariff Musa went down inside…
Gor Mahia Queens delivered a commanding performance to secure a 3-1 victory over AFC Leopardess in a FKF Women’s National Super League fixture played at the Kenya School of Law Grounds on Sunday morning. The encounter, which kicked off at 11:00 AM, lived up to expectations as both sides showed early intent. However, it was Gor Mahia Queens who quickly stamped their authority on the game with fluid attacking play and solid organization across the pitch. Gor Mahia Queens opened the scoring through Lucky Achando, whose composed finish gave the visitors an early advantage. The goal settled their rhythm, allowing…
