The venue for the highly anticipated Mashemeji Derby has been moved from Nyayo National Stadium to Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.This decision follows a postponement of the original November 2024 fixture due to a lack of available venues, as Nyayo Stadium, Kasarani, and the Ulinzi Sports Complex were all closed for renovations ahead of the 2024 CHAN tournament, co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.##NAJAVA_MECA_51094##According to the revised fixtures released by FKF’s Leagues and Competitions Committee, the match is now scheduled for Kasarani Stadium on Sunday at 4 PM.Last year, AFC Leopards announced the postponement just two days before the originally scheduled November match, disappointing fans. The club communicated via their official X account:”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.”Malawi-based utility player eyes Harambee Stars spot for 2027 AFCONNow, with the new date set, fans from both clubs and football enthusiasts across the country are eagerly looking forward to the derby. Gor Mahia CEO Raymond Oruo confirmed that preparations are underway to ensure the event is a success.”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,” Oruo stated.In terms of league standings, Gor Mahia currently sits third in the FKF Premier League with 36 points, while AFC Leopards closely follows in fifth place with 33 points.Gor Mahia dominated both legs of last season’s derby, winning 2-0 in the first leg and 1-0 in the return leg, setting up an even more exciting encounter this time around.However, both teams have been inconsistent this season, making it difficult to predict a clear favorite for the upcoming clash. Before the derby, they will focus on their Mozzart Bet Cup matches scheduled for this Sunday, with AFC Leopards facing Dero FC in Siaya and Gor Mahia taking on KSG Ogopa in Dandora.Mozzart Bet Cup: AFC Leopards, Gor Mahia headline Sunday action
