Gor Mahia receive major injury boost as title race heats up
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Reading Time: 2min | Tue. 27.01.26. | 19:34
His presence has been sorely missed as K’Ogalo navigated a challenging fixture list, including a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Murang’a Seal, a convincing 3-0 win against Mara Sugar FC, and a 2-1 triumph over Bidco United
Record league champions Gor Mahia have been handed a timely boost in their pursuit of the 2025/26 FKF Premier League title following the return of midfielder Ben Stanley Omondi.
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K'Ogalo confirmed on their social media platforms that Ben Stanley resumed full training after recovering from an ankle injury that had sidelined him for three matches.
The former Sofapaka midfielder last featured for Gor Mahia during their clash against Shabana FC on Sunday, 11 January, as he started the match but was forced off before halftime due to injury.
He was replaced by new signing Jackson Dwang in a game that ultimately ended in a goalless draw at Gusii Stadium.
🟢 | UPDATE
— GOR MAHIA FC (@OfficialGMFC) January 27, 2026
✅ Ben Stanley is back.
The midfielder has returned to full training following his recovery from an injuri he picked up two weeks ago.
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Since the departure of influential playmaker Austin Odhiambo to Lebanese side Nejmeh SC, Ben Stanley has been an integral figure in coach Charles Akonnor’s setup, consistently delivering creativity and composure in midfield.
His presence has been sorely missed as K’Ogalo navigated a challenging fixture list, including a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Murang’a Seal, a convincing 3-0 win against Mara Sugar FC, and a 2-1 triumph over Bidco United.
The return of the Harambee Stars midfielder could not be timelier. Gor Mahia currently sit tied at the top of the table alongside arch-rivals AFC Leopards on 36 points, as the league enters the crucial second leg.
The club’s ambitions of claiming a record-extending 22nd league title, following a trophyless 2024/25 season, hinge on maintaining momentum and consistency in the coming fixtures.
🟢 | PREPARATIONS
— GOR MAHIA FC (@OfficialGMFC) January 27, 2026
Assistant coach Bismark Kobi drops a word ahead of Saturday's match against Sofapaka set for Nyayo Stadium. Listen!
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“UPDATE: Ben Stanley is back. The midfielder has returned to full training following his recovery from an injury he picked up two weeks ago,” the club posted.
Gor Mahia will be hopeful that Ben Stanley, who also boasts experience with the Harambee Stars, will be fully fit for their pivotal encounter against Sofapaka on Saturday, 31 January, at Nyayo Stadium.
His creativity and attacking threat could prove decisive as the reigning champions look to consolidate their title credentials and keep their league aspirations on course.
