When Kenya Police FC were promoted to the FKF Premier League in 2021, few expected them to immediately challenge the dominance of traditional giants Gor Mahia. But their first-ever league meeting on November 6, 2021, at the Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani delivered an early warning that Police were not in the top flight just to participate. Match Recap: 1–1 Draw at Kasarani The encounter ended in a 1–1 draw, a result that reflected both Gor Mahia’s experience and Kenya Police’s growing ambition. Gor Mahia took the lead early in the second half (57th minute) when defender Boniface Omondi powered…
Author: Sports Editor
The spotlight has shifted from the players to the match officials after Football Kenya Federation suspended three referees over poor officiating standards in recent Kenyan Premier League matches, with referee Phanuel Omire receiving the heaviest punishment following the controversial clash between Gor Mahia FC and Bandari Football Club. The decision comes after widespread criticism from fans, analysts, and football stakeholders regarding a series of questionable calls during the high-stakes encounter, a match that had major implications in the league title race. Penalty Drama Sparks Debate One of the most controversial moments came when Gor Mahia forward Sharif Musa went down…
Gor Mahia have received a timely boost after striker Felix Oluoch resumed light training sessions following a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to a serious knee injury. The club’s leading scorer underwent surgery on March 1 after suffering an osteochondral injury alongside a torn meniscus, an issue that forced him out during a crucial phase of the season. Initial medical assessments ruled the forward out for a minimum of three months, effectively ending his 2025/26 campaign. However, positive developments have now emerged from the club’s medical department, with Oluoch back on the training pitch under careful supervision as he…
Kenyan football keeps demanding respect on the continental stage, yet scenes witnessed at Mumias Sports Complex during Gor Mahia’s clash against Kakamega Homeboyz painted a deeply embarrassing picture of the state of local infrastructure. Before kick-off, Gor Mahia players were reportedly forced to sit under trees and change kits on the pitch because the dressing room allocated to them was allegedly too small, filthy and unfit for professional use. For many fans inside the stadium, the sight was confusing. But the explanation that later emerged was even more disturbing. At the heart of every professional football match are basic standards…
This Sunday at Nyayo National Stadium, Kenyan football gets the kind of fixture fans love to argue about all week. Gor Mahia versus Kenya Police FC. Not just because it is another big Kenya Premier League match. Not just because both sides beat AFC Leopards in the second leg. No. This one has pure banter written all over it. K’Ogalo call themselves “Sirkal.” Police call themselves “Serikali.” Now the question is simple: which government is actually in office? For nine league meetings, these two have behaved like politicians sharing power. 3 wins for Gor Mahia 3 wins for Kenya Police…
