Following a disappointing 1-0 defeat to arch-rivals AFC Leopards in the latest football derby, Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor has issued a clarion call for urgent improvements within his squad. The match, played at the Nyayo National Stadium, left both K’Ogalo players and fans reeling from a second consecutive loss in the league, raising concerns about the team’s form as the season unfolds. The lone goal from AFC Leopards came in the 18th minute, courtesy of Julius Masaba, who took advantage of a defensive error by Gor Mahia. This moment of slipshod defense proved costly, and Akonnor did not…
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The iconic Nyayo National Stadium was awash with a palpable sense of nostalgia and reverence as fans gathered for the much-anticipated Mashemeji Derby between Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards. The match, held on a day of significant emotional weight, served not only as a sporting event but as a heartfelt tribute to Kenya’s beloved political icon and Gor Mahia Patron, the Right Honourable Raila Amolo Odinga, who passed away on October 15th, 2025. The phrase “The King is gone, Long live the crown” echoed in the hearts of many as fans reflected on Odinga’s immense legacy, both in politics and…
Gor Mahia earned 7 million from ticket sales during the Mashemeji Derby. K’Ohalo was defeated but still gained financially after the treasury announced the revenue figures. The club’s treasury department reported one of the largest collections from ticket sales in recent years. A total of KES 7 million was collected at the gate. In a statement on the club’s social media, the treasurer said: “We collected KSh. 7,011,500 from ticket sales during today’s derby at Nyayo Stadium. We sincerely thank our fans for the great turnout and ongoing support, Gerphas Okuku, Treasurer, reads the statement. Gor Mahia lost 1-0 to…
The iconic Nyayo National Stadium was the scene of jubilation on Sunday, 7th, as AFC Leopards finally broke Gor Mahia’s prolonged dominance in the much-anticipated Mashemeji Derby. In front of thousands of passionate fans, the Leopards clinched a narrow but historic 1-0 victory, sending their supporters into a frenzy and injecting new life into their season aspirations. The match lived up to its billing as a tense, high-stakes affair. Both teams came into the fixture with much to prove, but it was AFC Leopards who struck early, setting the tempo for the rest of the afternoon. Julius Masaba, the Ingwe…
Excitement is building in the capital as the highly anticipated Mashemeji Derby is set to take place on Sunday, December 7th, 2025. The iconic football rivalry between Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards is expected to draw thousands of fans to Nairobi, with both teams looking to assert their dominance in the Kenyan Premier League. In the build-up to this year’s derby, key Gor Mahia officials, including Patron Hon. Eliud Owalo and Chairman Dr. Ambrose Rachier, have been actively engaging with supporters and team members. On the eve of the match, the leadership met with the Gor Mahia Choir and Chairmen…