NAIROBI, Kenya – Gor Mahia’s Title Redemption Mission
Kenya’s most decorated football club has launched an unprecedented transfer blitz, signing five Harambee Stars players in a single day as they seek to reclaim dominance in the 2025/26 Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) season. After their first trophyless campaign in nine years, the record 20-time champions are leaving nothing to chance with strategic acquisitions and renewed financial backing.
The Wake-Up Call: 2024/25 Season Review
The Green Army’s disappointing campaign saw them finish second with 59 points (16W, 11D, 7L), six points behind champions Kenya Police FC. Critical stumbles included a 2-1 loss to Nairobi City Stars and a 0-0 draw against Murang’a Seal.
Transfer Revolution: National Team Talent Influx
On August 12, 2025, the club announced five key signings:
- Lewis Bandi (Defender from AFC Leopards)
- Michael Kibwage (Defender from Tusker FC)
- Bryne Omondi (Goalkeeper from Bandari FC)
- Siraj Mohammed (Defender from Bandari FC)
- Felix Oluoch (Forward from Posta Rangers)
Financial Firepower: SportPesa’s Mega Deal
The club’s ambitions received a major boost with:
- Sh80m 3-year shirt sponsorship renewal (July 2024)
- SportPesa’s 10-year Sh1.2bn FKF deal (July 2025)
- Each FKFPL club to receive ~Sh2.8m per season
Tactical Evolution Under Mihic
The Croatian gaffer is implementing:
- Possession-based high press
- Quick transitional attacks
- Versatile forward rotations
Season Outlook: Road to Redemption
With the August 23 kickoff approaching, Gor Mahia are bookmakers’ title favorites with:
- Strongest squad on paper
- Renewed financial backing
- CAF Confederation Cup ambitions
Key fixtures:
- September 7: Mashemeji Derby vs AFC Leopards
- October 19: Title rematch vs Kenya Police