- The Gor Mahia versus Bandari FC match will start at 4 PM.
- The most recent game between the two sides ended 2-0 in favor of Bandari FC.
Rivals Gor Mahia FC and Bandari FC are set to lock horns on Saturday evening in a pivotal Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) fixture that could reshape the standings.
Gor Mahia, who have suffered two consecutive defeats in their recent meetings with Bandari, will be aiming to gather the maximum points in a blockbuster clash that is scheduled to be staged at Dandora Stadium from 4 PM local time.
K’Ogalo travel to Dandora Stadium on the back of a huge 5-0 demolition of minnows Githurai All Stars in an FKF Cup game that was also played at the same venue on March, 9.
Play here and stand a chance of winning the over Ksh 407 million SportPesa Mega Jackpot
Austin Odhiambo, who is among seven Gor Mahia players that have been included in the Harambee Stars’ provisional squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Gambia and Gabon, produced a man of the match performance in that encounter.
He scored a brace to ensure the Sinisa Mihic coached charges head into the next round of the tournament. Gedeon Bendeka, Mark Shaban and Alpha Onyango were also on the score sheet.
Odhiambo feels the old Gor Mahia is back
Speaking after that victory, Odhiambo stated that it is easier playing against tough sides like Bandari FC compared to less established clubs such as Githurai All Stars.
According to him, the approach of the two matches are entirely different since facing less established teams usually makes players relax.
“I can say that it is a more easier game compared to this because when you play against a premier league opponent, you will go into the game psyched up than facing this team because you will approach the game with relaxation.
So to me, that is a very interesting game and easier compared to the one that we have played today,” he explained.
ALSO READ: Gor Mahia thrash Githurai All Stars to proceed to FKF Cup 2025 Round of 16
The 25-year-old also expressed confidence in them overcoming Bandari and avenging their 2-0 first leg defeat.
“I feel we are back. I can also feel it from my teammates and even the club because everyone is very motivated,” ended Odhiambo.
The last time the two heavyweights clashed, Gor Mahia played with 10 men for the bigger part of the second half after one of their players was red carded.
Gor Mahia shall go into the game with a good form that has seen them register three victories and two draws in their latest five matches in all competitions. The wins came against Kariobangi Sharks, Githurai All Stars and Mathare United.
Unlike K’Ogalo, Bandari have not shown consistency in their recent games, picking up two victories and a similar number of defeats in the process.
The Ken Odhiambo coached side hammered Al-Azizia 3-1 in their latest game with the win ensuring they got a ticket to the next round of the FKF Cup.
Gor Mahia FC versus Bandari FC head-to-head record
Gor Mahia and Bandari FC have played against each other three times in all competitions since 2023 with K’Ogallo registering a single victory. None of those fixtures ended in a draw.
The Dockers have triumphed in their two recent matches with the latest encounter that was played on November 6, 2024, ending 2-0 thanks to goals from Geoffrey Ojunga and Beja Nyamawi.
Gor Mahia: 1
Draw: 0
Bandari FC: 2
What is at stake?
A win for Bandari FC on Saturday will increase their tally to 36 points and perhaps help them to improve their rankings in the FKFPL table depending on the outcomes of other fixtures.
On the other hand, Gor Mahia, who sit third at the moment with 39 points and a game in hand, may leapfrog Kenya Police FC. The latter is expected to play Murang’a Seal on Saturday from 1 PM.
FKFPL match week 24 fixtures for Saturday
- Kakamega Homeboyz vs FC Talanta: Mumias Sports Complex (1 PM).
- Kenya Police FC vs Murang’a Seal: Kenyatta Stadium Machakos (1 PM).
- Ulinzi Stars vs KCB FC: Ulinzi Sports Complex (3 PM).
- Kariobangi Sharks vs Mathare United FC: Dandora Stadium (1 PM).
- Gor Mahia FC vs Bandari FC: Dandora Stadium (4 PM).
ALSO READ: Githurai All Stars coach admits being a Gor Mahia fan, tips them to win FKF Cup 2025