Top spot, survival at stake as Gor Mahia face Kariobangi Sharks
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Historically, Gor Mahia have dominated the fixture, winning the last five league meetings between the sides
Gor Mahia will take to the pitch this afternoon against bottom-placed Kariobangi Sharks in a rescheduled FKF Premier League fixture at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, with their sights firmly set on reclaiming top spot.
Currently, Kakamega Homeboyz sits at the top, following their last Sunday's 1-0 win over AFC Leopards.
Tuesday’s 4 pm kickoff presents both teams with an opportunity to secure crucial points, albeit for very different reasons.
Sharks, rooted to the foot of the table, are desperate for a positive result to lift themselves out of the relegation zone.
Victory would propel them up to 15th place, a scenario coach William Muluya will be keen to capitalise on against the record league champions.
For Gor Mahia, the encounter offers a chance to steady the ship after a patchy run of form in recent weeks.
The club has managed a win in their last five matches, a stark contrast to an encouraging early-season run that saw them claim four consecutive victories.
The fixture also provides an opportunity for redemption following their abandoned clash against Nairobi United, which was halted in the 58th minute due to crowd trouble and remains under review by the FKF Disciplinary Committee.
Sharks will be hoping for improved efficiency in front of goal in the new year, an area Muluya has previously identified as a major concern.
The tactician has lamented his side’s failure to convert clear chances, often leading to narrow and painful defeats.
Gor Mahia head into the match without influential midfielder Austin Odhiambo, who recently completed a move to Lebanese side Nejmeh SC, marking his first professional stint outside Kenya.
Historically, Gor Mahia have dominated the fixture, winning the last five league meetings between the sides and six in total, including last season’s Mozzart Bet Cup encounter.
Sharks have managed just two league wins this season, the lowest in the division, compared to Gor Mahia’s seven.
On paper, Charles Akonnor’s men head into the contest as favourites, but as football history often reminds, favourites can still be stunned.
