Gor Mahia, the recently crowned champions of the Football Kenya Federation Premier League, are set to play a friendly match in Homa Bay County on Saturday.
The match will take place at the newly constructed Raila Odinga Stadium, with the team facing off against a Homa Bay Combined team.
This exhibition match holds significance as it will serve as part of the opening ceremony for the newly built stadium, which has a seating capacity of 10,000 and has been in development between 2013 and 2023. The esteemed club patron, Raila Odinga, is expected to be present to oversee the inauguration of the facility.
Gor Mahia officially confirmed their participation in the game through a statement on their social media platforms. The statement read, “The team will be in Homa Bay for a charity match against Homa Bay Combined tomorrow at the new Raila Odinga Stadium.”
The Governor of Homa Bay, Gladys Wanga, expressed her enthusiasm for the stadium, stating that it will be open for local teams to utilize and contribute to the development of grassroots football. Furthermore, she urged the government to consider the stadium for hosting international assignments.
This friendly match not only provides an opportunity for Gor Mahia to showcase their skills but also serves as a celebration of the newly constructed Raila Odinga Stadium, signifying the importance of sports infrastructure in fostering the growth of football at various levels.
