Gor Mahia demonstrated their championship credentials with a commanding 3-1 win over Murang’a SEAL at the Sportpesa Arena on Saturday afternoon.
The visitors took an early lead in the 13th minute courtesy of Austine Odhiambo’s goal, setting the tone for the match. However, John Kiplagat equalized for the hosts before halftime, keeping the game finely poised.
Benson Omala proved to be a constant threat to the SEAL defense, combining effectively with Bryson Wangai. Although Wangai’s shot narrowly missed, Gor Mahia continued to apply pressure.
The visitors were forced into an early substitution as Enock Wanyama was stretchered off in the 40th minute, with Lawrence Juma coming on as his replacement.
SEAL came out strong in the second half, testing Gor Mahia goalkeeper Caleb Otieno with several attempts. However, Gor Mahia regained control when Austine Odhiambo was fouled in the box, allowing Benson Omala to convert from the penalty spot and double their lead.
Omala sealed the victory with another goal in the dying minutes, securing a comfortable 3-1 win for Gor Mahia. With this result, Gor Mahia sits comfortably atop the table with 60 points, maintaining a 12-point lead over second-placed Police FC.
In other matches, Brian Michira’s 55th-minute strike secured a crucial win for relegation-threatened Shabana FC against Sofapaka FC at the Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos. Shabana now finds themselves out of the relegation zone with 28 points.
Meanwhile, Kariobangi Sharks cruised to a 3-0 victory over Kenya Commercial Bank at the Police Sacco Stadium, courtesy of a first-half brace from Mark Makwatta and a goal from Julius Masaba. This win marks Kariobangi Sharks’ fourth consecutive victory, while Kenya Commercial Bank continues to struggle, remaining winless in their last three matches.
