The highly anticipated first leg of the Mashemeji Derby between arch-rivals AFC Leopards and Gor Mahia, initially scheduled for November 2024, will take place on Sunday, 2 March 2025, at the Nyayo National Stadium.The match was postponed due to the lack of a venue that can host a high risk match.Nyayo Stadium, Kasarani, and the Ulinzi Sports Complex were all closed for renovations ahead of the 2024 CHAN tournament, set to be hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania in August 2024.##NAJAVA_MECA_8710617##Two days before the match, AFC Leopards announced the postponement, much to the disappointment of both set of fans.”We regret to inform you that the much-anticipated FKF Premier League match between AFC Leopards SC and Gor Mahia FC—Mashemeji Derby—originally scheduled for Sunday, November 24, 2024, has been postponed due to the unavailability of the match venue, which is undergoing renovations for CHAN 2024. We will communicate the new date in due course,” Leopards stated on their official X account.’I lost my passport’: Gor Mahia midfielder explains absence from Tusker drawwith the new dates confirmed, fans from both clubs and football enthusiasts across the country are eagerly waiting for the derby.Gor Mahia CEO Raymond Oruo say plans to make the clash a success are already underway.”Yes, the match will be played on March 2. Plans are already in motion to ensure everything is set for a successful event and a great experience for the football family,” confirmed Oruo.As it stands, Gor Mahia is third on the FKF Premier League table with 35 points, while AFC Leopards are just two points behind in fourth place.Last season, Gor won both legs of the derby. They beat Ingwe 2-0 in the first leg before completing the double with a 1-0 triumph in the return leg.
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