City Stars shock Gor Mahia 2-1 at Kenyatta Stadium, ending K’Ogalo’s perfect FKF Premier League run in a spirited Machakos comeback.
Gor Mahia saw their flawless start to the FKF Premier League halted on October 28, 2024, after a stunning 2-1 defeat by Nairobi City Stars at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos.
With five first-team players away on Harambee Stars duty for the CHAN Qualifiers, coach Leonardo Neiva was forced to rotate his squad. Despite a strong opening, Gor Mahia faltered in the second half against a fired-up City Stars side.
K’Ogalo took control early when Levin Odhiambo launched a thunderous 23rd-minute strike from distance, giving Gor a 1-0 lead and momentarily preserving their clean defensive record.
But the tide turned after halftime. Robinson Asenwa leveled the score in the 60th minute with a composed finish following a slick run through Gor Mahia’s backline. Just eight minutes later, former Gor player Dennis Oalo put City Stars ahead, expertly chesting in a cross from Asenwa.
City Stars faced a nervy ending after Edwin Buliba was shown a second yellow in the 89th minute. Down to ten men, they defended resolutely during seven minutes of added time to seal their first win of the season.
Gor Mahia captain Philemon Otieno moved swiftly to pacify angry fans after the whistle, admitting the defeat was a tough blow but urging unity.
With the win, City Stars rise to 14th place in the FKF standings, climbing out of the relegation zone. Gor Mahia now sit ninth in the table, though they have two games in hand to recover their early momentum.
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