Gor Mahia will be looking to bounce back from a recent setback when they face an in-form Sofapaka at Kenyatta Stadium, Machakos, on Wednesday. The reigning FKF Premier League champions endured a frustrating return to league action after suffering a 2-1 loss to Tusker. Despite a sublime freekick from Austin Odhiambo, the 21-time record champions were undone by Tusker’s talisman, Ryan Ogam, whose brace included a dramatic stoppage-time winner.
The defeat left Gor Mahia in fourth place with 24 points from 15 matches, nine points behind league leaders Tusker, who opened a three-point gap at the summit ahead of second-placed KCB. Under the guidance of coach Zedekiah ‘Zico’ Otieno, K’Ogalo will be desperate to capitalize on their games in hand as they aim to close the gap at the top. A win against Sofapaka, who are currently fifth on the table and level on points with Gor Mahia, would provide a timely boost to their title defense ambitions.
Sofapaka, however, will present a significant challenge. The team is riding high on a six-match unbeaten run, with their last defeat dating back to November 28, 2024, when they suffered a narrow 1-0 loss to Murang’a Seal. Despite the departure of veteran coach Robert Matano, who joined Tanzania’s Singida Big Stars FC on January 10, Sofapaka have maintained their momentum. Assistant-turned-head coach Ezekiel Akwana has guided the team to back-to-back victories, showcasing the team’s resilience and adaptability.
In an earlier fixture at Kenyatta Stadium, Kenya Police FC will look to extend their remarkable unbeaten run to nine games when they take on Bandari FC at 1 PM. The Law Enforcers, rejuvenated under mid-season appointee Etienne Ndayiragije, edged Murang’a Seal 1-0 in their last outing. With seven wins and a draw in their past eight matches, a victory over Bandari could propel them to the top of the league standings on goal difference, level on points with Tusker.
Bandari, on the other hand, will be aiming to spoil Police FC’s party and end their six-match winless streak. Their recent 1-1 draw with Shabana extended their struggles, but a positive result against the in-form Police side could reignite their campaign. The team will be looking to capitalize on any slip-ups from the league leaders and regain their momentum in the race for the top spots.
With the title race heating up and every point crucial, both matches promise high-stakes action at Kenyatta Stadium. Gor Mahia will be determined to recover from their recent loss and keep their title defense alive, while Sofapaka will be eager to maintain their unbeaten run and continue climbing up the standings. Meanwhile, Kenya Police will be aiming to keep their impressive form intact, while Bandari will be desperate for a win to end their winless streak and reignite their season.
As the league progresses, the pressure mounts, and every match becomes more critical for teams aiming for the top spots. The upcoming fixtures are bound to deliver intense, high-energy encounters, with both Gor Mahia and Kenya Police eyeing important victories to keep their championship aspirations alive.
