Kenya Police and Gor Mahia are set to clash in one of the most anticipated fixtures of the FKF Premier League this Sunday, in what has been dubbed the ‘Sirkal Derby.’ The rivalry between the two sides has intensified in recent seasons, particularly after Kenya Police dethroned Gor Mahia last season, ending K’Ogalo’s hopes of a three-peat.
Gor Mahia remain the most successful club in Kenyan football history with 21 league titles, but Kenya Police, the reigning champions, are determined to assert their dominance once again. The upcoming match offers both sides an opportunity to make a statement early in the season.
Kenya Police are currently undergoing a transition following the dismissal of title-winning Burundian coach Etienne Ndayiragije and the appointment of Serbian Dusan Stojanovic. Stojanovic’s tenure began positively with a 1-0 victory over Sofapaka, their first win in four matches, and he will be eager to extend that momentum against Gor Mahia. The law enforcers are ninth on the league table with eight points from four games but can close the gap on the champions to just two points if they secure a win, with two matches in hand.
Gor Mahia, under the guidance of new Ghanaian coach Charles Akonnor, appear to have regained form. K’Ogalo are unbeaten in their last five league matches, claiming four wins and one draw, while conceding only once in that period. They currently sit second on the table with 13 points from six games, just one behind league leaders Kakamega Homeboyz.
Historically, the two sides have shared an evenly matched record. Out of eight meetings, Kenya Police hold a slight edge with three wins compared to Gor Mahia’s two, and three games have ended in draws. Police have gone unbeaten in their last four encounters against K’Ogalo, who last defeated them in April 2023.
Gor Mahia enter the match without injury concerns. Adukwaw Ebenezer has returned to full fitness, while Austin Odhiambo, Shariff Musa, and Felix Oluoch have all been in excellent form and will be key players to watch.
The highly anticipated ‘Sirkal Derby’ kicks off at 4:00 PM Kenyan time and will be broadcast live on AzamTV, promising an exciting encounter for fans across the country.
