Gor Mahia are looking to reclaim top spot in the SportPesa League when they take on Kariobangi Sharks in their rescheduled round nine clash on Tuesday.
The record Kenyan league winners come into the game in fourth place with 23 points, one behind the top three who are all tied on 24.
Kakamega Homeboyz edged second place AFC Leopards 1-0 on Sunday, halting their six-match unbeaten run to climb into top spot.
Kariobangi Sharks on the other hand are still rooted to the bottom of the table with 12 points, despite going two games without defeat.
Sharks got their second win of the season against Bidco United in a 1-0 victory, before sharing the spoils in a draw against Sofapaka, giving hope of a much better calendar year.
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William Muluya’s side must avoid defeat against Gor if they are to climb out of last place and seek to turn their season around.
This will be Gor’s first game without their midfield maestro Austine Odhiambo, who sealed a move to Lebanese side Nejmeh SC last week.
The last time Sharks beat Gor was in 2021, a 2-1 victory courtesy of goals from now Tusker forward Eric Kapaito and Robert Onyango.
Here we have a look at all key information and offer our prediction in this highly anticipated league clash.
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No changes are expected from the Sharks side who drew against Sofapaka, with Humphrey Aroko the main man in midfield. Aroko was on target in the 1-0 win against Bidco and will need to be at his best to inspire his side against a mighty opponent.
With Odhiambo’s exit, there is some reshuffling expected in the Gor midfield, with Alpha Onyango set to anchor the side. Ghanaian forward Ebenezer Adukwaw was on target in the recent 1-1 draw with Bandari and will start in the final third. Michael Kibwage and Sylvester Owino will continue to be the trusted pair at the heart of the Gor defense.
Head-to-head and current form
After snapping a two-game losing streak to bounce back and pick up four points in their last two, Sharks can go three matches unbeaten for the first time this season.
Both these sides have lost twice in their last five matches, looking to turn that around and kick off the year in winning fashion.
Gor have won all the last five matches they have played against Sharks, giving them an edge heading into this encounter.
Current form
Kariobangi Sharks – DWLLD
Gor Mahia – WDLLW
Previous matches
Sharks 0-2 Gor Mahia (May 1, 2025)
Sharks 1-3 Gor Mahia (March 5, 2025)
Gor Mahia 1-0 Sharks (Dec 22, 2024)
Gor Mahia 1-0 Sharks (Jan 13, 2024)
Sharks 1-2 Gor Mahia (Dec 3, 2023)
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Prediction
With their repeated success against Sharks over the years, Gor are expected to maintain their record with yet another win here. Despite a recent turnaround for the bottom side, this is not a game within their reach and are tipped to drop points.
Gor Mahia to win @1.60 odds is the most favorable outcome.
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