BETTING GUIDE: Shabana Vs Gor Mahia, match preview, team news and betting tip
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Historically, Gor Mahia have dominated Shabana. In the last four recent meetings, Shabana have failed to win, with Gor claiming three victories and one draw
Arguably the most anticipated clash of Round 16 in the FKF Premier League unfolds on Sunday, January 11, as Shabana host arch-rivals Gor Mahia at Gusii Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 2:00 PM EAT, with the fixture set to headline the weekend’s action.
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Currently fifth with 23 points, Shabana face a second-placed Gor Mahia side on 26 points and boasting two games in hand, meaning a victory for the Green Army could propel them back to the summit and mark a defining moment in the early season title race.
Shabana are coming off a 3-1 defeat to Nairobi United, ending a mixed run that had seen them earn eight points from their last nine league matches (LWDDW).
Across their last five Premier League games, Shabana have scored seven goals and conceded six, highlighting a balanced but inconsistent record. At home, the hosts have struggled for wins, recording just one victory in their last six matches, with four defeats and one draw.
The return of Brian Michira from injury provides a boost up front, and the team might also benefit from the gradual return to full fitness of captain George Orako Dizzo.
Michira scored in the last outing, while Peter Okidi’s side will rely on their midfield and defensive organisation to contain Gor’s attacking threat.
Shabana will likely line up in a traditional formation with Michira spearheading the attack with the likes of Ezekiah Omuri, Austine Odongo and a cautious midfield pairing of Biron Otieno and Kevin Omundi supporting him.
Gor Mahia have started 2026 strongly, including a 4-1 demolition of Kariobangi Sharks, rebounding from a poor spell that saw back-to-back losses to APS Bomet and AFC Leopards.
Across their last six matches, Gor have scored 7 goals and conceded 7, showing offensive potency and defensive lapses.
Notably, the Green Army have been unbeaten in 16 consecutive away league games and have not lost at half-time in their last 23 road fixtures, underlining their resilience.
Key performers include Ezekiel Adukwaw, who has scored twice in his last three matches, and Felix Oluoch, both expected to lead the frontline. Midfielder Ben Stanley Omondi, assisted by Enock Morrison and Alpha Onyango, will likely control the center of the park, while recent signing Jackson Dwang may feature from the bench to provide attacking creativity.
Gor Mahia’s defence is anchored by a string of clean sheets, conceding just 0.69 goals per game on average.
Historically, Gor Mahia have dominated Shabana.
In the last four recent meetings, Shabana have failed to win, with Gor claiming three victories and one draw.
All previous encounters have been low-scoring, with under 2.5 goals in four of the last four matches, reflecting the tactical discipline Gor bring to the fixture.
Key Betting Pointers;
Shabana have scored in three of their last five home matches, while also allowing goals in the same number of games.
Gor Mahia have scored 12 of their 19 total goals on the road this season.
Gor Mahia have managed to score in every away fixture they’ve played this season in the league.
BTTS has landed in three of Shabana’s previous four games.
Given Gor Mahia’s superior form, historical dominance, and Shabana’s recent struggles at home, the Green Army are favourites to secure all three points.
Expect a tight, low-scoring encounter with both teams likely to find the net.
Prediction; Both Teams to Score (BTTS) - Yes
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