Gor Mahia head coach Sinisa Mihic has confidently asserted that his team will overcome strong competitors like Kenya Police FC, Tusker FC, and KCB to retain the league title.This would be K’Ogalo’s third consecutive title and a record-extending 22nd league crown in the club’s history.The Croatian tactician was appointed head coach last month, succeeding Zedekiah ‘Zico’ Otieno, who reverted to his role as assistant coach.##NAJAVA_MECA_8754808##On Wednesday, Gor Mahia faced Kariobangi Sharks in a league match at Dandora Stadium, securing a 3-1 victory.Although Fortune Omoto put Sharks ahead, Gor Mahia responded with goals from Alpha Onyango and a brace from Austin Odhiambo, last season’s FKF Premier League Most Valuable Player (MVP).The win closed the gap between Gor Mahia and league leaders Kenya Police FC to just three points. Gor Mahia now have 39 points, while Police lead with 42. With a game in hand — the Mashemeji Derby against AFC Leopards — Gor Mahia could potentially draw level on points.First Benni McCarthy call up?Speaking after the match, Mihic expressed unwavering confidence in his team’s title aspirations. “I believe by the end of the season, we will be champions,” he said.He praised his side’s performance against Sharks, a team known for their possession-based, free-flowing football under coach William Muluya. “It wasn’t easy for them. We were strong without the ball, we pressed them well, and our game plan for the full 90 minutes worked,” he added.Esse Akida: I am not done yetHe also commended Austin, who made his first start since January after being sidelined with an injury sustained against Tusker FC. Odhiambo marked his return with a brace, impressing the coach.”Austin was superb. He stabilized the team, and we’ve missed him in previous games. We didn’t relax; we had a strong bench, and our substitutions changed the game’s dynamic,” he remarked.Gor Mahia now shift their focus to Sunday’s Mozzart Bet Cup clash against Githurai All Stars.Ndayiragije rues missed chances as Police drop more points
