Mathare United will host defending champions Gor Mahia in an FKF Premier League clash on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the Dandora Stadium. The match kicks off at 3 PM and will be broadcast live on Azam Sports 4 HD.
Recent Form and League Standings
Gor Mahia enters the fixture sitting third on the league table with 31 points from 18 matches. They have won nine, drawn four, and lost five games so far this season. Their attack has been prolific, netting 27 goals—the joint second-highest in the league—while conceding only 14. In their last five matches, Gor Mahia has secured three wins, one draw, and one defeat. They come into this encounter fresh off a dramatic 2-1 victory over Posta Rangers, with Alphonce Omija scoring a last-gasp winner in the 98th minute.
Mathare United, on the other hand, finds itself in 14th place with 21 points from 18 matches. They have recorded six wins, four draws, and nine losses. Struggles in front of goal have seen them score only 11 times this season, while their defense has been leaky, conceding 22 goals. Their goal difference of -11 is the joint worst in the league alongside bottom-placed Posta Rangers. Mathare United heads into this clash after a 1-1 draw with fellow relegation battlers FC Talanta.
Head-to-Head Record
The last encounter between these two sides ended in a dominant 4-0 victory for Gor Mahia on September 28, 2024. Historically, Gor Mahia has had the upper hand in this fixture, winning six of the last ten meetings, with Mathare United claiming two victories and the other two ending in draws.
Key Players to Watch
For Gor Mahia, attacking midfielder Austin Odhiambo has been in stellar form, leading the team’s scoring charts with six goals. His vision and creativity will be vital in unlocking Mathare’s defensive setup. Gor Mahia’s strength, however, lies in their ability to spread goals across multiple players, making them a difficult team to defend against.
For Mathare United, veteran midfielder Ellie Asieche and striker Paul Kinyanjui have been the main attacking threats, each netting two goals this season. They will be key figures as Mathare aim to cause an upset against the defending champions.
Squad Changes
Gor Mahia made some mid-season adjustments, releasing four players: attacking midfielder Musa Masika, winger Enock Wanyama, defensive midfielder Kevin Juma, and goalkeeper Dolph Junior. They have brought in attacking midfielder Ben Stanley Omondi from Kakamega Homeboyz to bolster their squad.
Mathare United will be looking to their new signings to make an impact. Winger John Nyawir, a former Gor Mahia player, joins from NSL side SamWest Blackboots, while defender Ian Omondi arrives from FC Talanta. They have also reinforced their midfield with the acquisition of Peter James Oudu from Posta Rangers.
Match Outlook
Gor Mahia will aim to continue their push for the top spots with a win, while Mathare United will be desperate to climb away from the relegation battle. Given Gor Mahia’s superior head-to-head record and attacking depth, they head into the fixture as favorites. However, Mathare United’s home advantage and recent signings could spring a surprise.
With both teams having much to play for, fans can expect an entertaining clash at Dandora Stadium.
