The Kenya Premier League is once again under the spotlight, but for all the wrong reasons. A wave of controversial refereeing decisions is sweeping across the 2025/2026 season, leaving fans furious, clubs protesting, and serious questions being asked about the integrity of Kenyan football. “How Was That a Penalty?”, Shabana vs Bandari Drama It started with chaos in the clash between Shabana FC and Bandari FC. Referee Emmanuel Ochieng pointed to the spot in the 26th minute, awarding Shabana a penalty for a supposed handball. But replays told a completely different story, the ball clearly struck the defender’s chest. Outrage…
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The FKF Premier League title race has taken a stunning turn. Just weeks ago, Gor Mahia looked untouchable with a seven-point lead at the top. Today, that cushion has all but vanished, with fierce rivals AFC Leopards now just two points behind. And with the Mashemeji Derby fast approaching, Kenyan football fans are bracing for a dramatic finale. From Comfort to Crisis? Gor Mahia still lead the standings with 57 points from 26 matches, while AFC Leopards sit on 55 points after 27 games. On paper, K’Ogalo remain in control thanks to a game in hand, but momentum tells a…
City Football Group have emerged as frontrunners in the race to sign Paul Ochuoga, with the Gor Mahia FC right-back attracting growing interest from one of football’s most powerful multi-club networks. According to reports from UK outlet TEAMtalk, the group led by Manchester City FC is exploring a structured development move that would see the Kenyan defender transition into European football through one of its affiliated clubs. Why City Football Group Are Interested City Football Group operate a highly data-driven scouting and recruitment model, focusing on identifying young talents with high growth potential in emerging markets. Ochuoga fits that profile.…
Gor Mahia FC head coach Charles Akonnor has admitted their goalless draw against Kariobangi Sharks FC was evenly balanced, with either side capable of claiming victory. The FKF Premier League clash played at Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani on Saturday saw both teams create chances but fail to find the breakthrough in a tightly contested encounter. “The game could go either way. They had chances to score, and any side could have lost the game. So the result is a fair outcome,” Akonnor stated after the match. Sharks Disrupt Gor Mahia Rhythm Akonnor credited Kariobangi Sharks for their tactical discipline,…
Gor Mahia were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by a resilient Kariobangi Sharks side in a tightly contested FKF Premier League clash at Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani on Saturday afternoon. Coming into the match with high expectations and a promise of victory from head coach Charles Akonnor, K’Ogalo were unable to break down a disciplined Sharks defense despite creating several scoring opportunities. Fast Start, Missed Chances The game got off to an electric start, with Gor Mahia nearly taking the lead in the 17th minute. Samuel Kapen found himself in a perfect position inside the box but failed…
