Gor Mahia interim head coach Zedekiah “Zico” Otieno remains optimistic that his side can clinch a historic double this season by lifting both the Mozzart Bet Cup and the FKF Premier League title.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsThe experienced tactician expressed unwavering belief in his team’s ambitions shortly after Gor Mahia edged out Murang’a Seal 5-4 on post-match penalties in a gripping Mozzart Bet Cup semi-final on Sunday.The match, played at Dandora Stadium, saw K’Ogalo secure their spot in the domestic cup final, scheduled for June 21st.##NAJAVA_MECA_8951397##Despite being held to a goalless draw by Murang’a Seal in their previous league encounter, a result that threatened to derail their title bid, Zico insists the dream is very much alive.With only three league matches left, Gor Mahia must navigate a treacherous path to retain their Premier League crown.Awaiting them are fixtures against archrivals AFC Leopards, Ulinzi Stars, and title hopefuls Kenya Police FC, all of whom are formidable opponents with much to play for.“Our ambitions for the cup double are not yet done as others perceived it. We are still on course,” Zico affirmed. “It’s all in our hands. We must win our remaining matches, and that’s a challenge we’ve vowed to take head-on.”Fans divided over Victor Wanyama’s desire to return to Harambee StarsReflecting on the game, the former Kenya international acknowledged the pressure but praised his players’ resilience following the semi-final thriller.Gor Mahia had fallen behind as early as the fifth minute but showed character to take the lead in the second half before conceding again and eventually triumphing in the penalty shootout.“It was a tough match, as expected in a semi-final. But I must commend the character of my players—that’s what won us the match,” he remarked.“We responded well after conceding early, showed great composure to take the lead, and handled the pressure well when it mattered most.”Kenyan footballers face growing mental health challenges, experts warnThe victory now shifts Gor Mahia’s focus to the much-anticipated Mashemeji Derby against AFC Leopards, set for Monday, 2 June , at the newly refurbished Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay.
