Gor Mahia, the record FKF Premier League (FKFPL) champions, are determined to defend their title despite a season marked by inconsistency. Team manager Victor Nyaoro has issued a warning to the current league leaders, Kenya Police and Tusker, asserting that K’Ogallo are not giving up their quest for a third consecutive championship.
While Gor Mahia has faced challenges this season, including a series of mixed results, Nyaoro remains confident that the team can finish strong. He likened the league to a marathon, where it is common for teams to lead early but falter as the season progresses. “This league is like a marathon. You can command the race in front but get out-sprinted towards the end. We are watching the table leaders keenly,” Nyaoro stated, reflecting the team’s belief that they can close the gap on the current leaders in the second half of the season.
As of the latest standings, Gor Mahia sits on 28 points from 17 matches, eight points behind the joint leaders, Kenya Police and Tusker. However, the team has a game in hand, offering them an opportunity to reduce the deficit. The team’s recent performance has been a mixture of wins, losses, and draws, with their most recent match resulting in a disappointing draw against Kakamega Homeboyz. Despite this setback, Nyaoro insists that the season is far from over, and Gor Mahia is still fully committed to their mission of securing the title once again.
“We are not yet halfway… we can still re-energize and hit our mission of winning the third consecutive title,” Nyaoro emphasized. This resilience is a hallmark of Gor Mahia’s recent seasons, where the team has often come from behind to challenge for the top spot in the final stages of the league. Their ability to perform in the latter part of the season has been a key factor in their previous successes, and the team is relying on this experience to push them forward.
The title race has become even more complicated this season with the emergence of Kenya Police as serious contenders. Under the guidance of Burundian coach Etienne Ndayiragije, Police has been in sensational form, winning 10 of their last 11 matches and remaining unbeaten during this period. The team’s transformation after a managerial change in November has been remarkable, and their consistency at the top of the table has added a new layer of competition for Gor Mahia and Tusker.
Tusker, too, remains a formidable opponent in the title race. The Brewers have been one of the top teams in recent seasons, and their consistent performances have made them a major threat to Gor Mahia’s dominance in the league. However, Nyaoro is unfazed by the competition, confident that Gor Mahia’s experience and ability to finish strong will see them through.
Gor Mahia’s next challenge will be a crucial match against Post Rangers this coming weekend. With the title race heating up, the team will be looking to close the gap on the leaders and maintain their momentum. Nyaoro’s message is clear: Gor Mahia will not give up their crown easily. The team’s spirit, experience, and determination are key factors that will drive them in the coming weeks as they aim for another league title.
As the season progresses, it is clear that the title race will be a closely contested affair, with Gor Mahia, Kenya Police, and Tusker all vying for the top spot. However, Gor Mahia’s confidence and track record in finishing strong suggest that they will be a force to reckon with as the season nears its conclusion. For now, the team remains focused on the task at hand, determined to keep their title hopes alive and defend their status as the league’s most successful club.