Former AFC Leopards midfielder Charles Okwemba has urged authorities to ensure maximum security during tomorrow’s highly anticipated FKF Premier League clash between arch-rivals Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards, set to take place at the newly renovated Raila Odinga Stadium in Homabay.This will be the first time the iconic Mashemeji Derby is hosted at the venue, and notably, the first time it is played outside Nairobi. Originally scheduled for May 11, the match was postponed due to the unavailability of a suitable stadium.##NAJAVA_MECA_8957778##The change followed CAF’s advisory against using the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, which remains under renovation ahead of the upcoming CHAN tournament in August.With the season nearing its conclusion, the stakes are particularly high for Gor Mahia. A loss would see them surrender the league title to current leaders Kenya Police FC, with just two matches remaining. For AFC Leopards, the derby offers a chance to claim bragging rights and potentially derail Gor’s title hopes.The focus area for Omanyala after Kip Keino setbackOkwemba’s primary concern ahead of the showdown is crowd safety. He emphasized the need for comprehensive security measures to avoid a repeat of the violence witnessed at the Gusii Stadium in May, where fans from Gor Mahia and Shabana clashed, leaving scores injured.“The federation should work closely with Gor Mahia and law enforcement to ensure everything is in place for the derby. We don’t want to see a repeat of the unfortunate scenes at Gusii Stadium,” Okwemba told Citizen Digital.Sundowns out to spoil Pyramids bid to make Egypt first nation with four CAF Champions League titlesDespite his allegiance to Ingwe, Okwemba acknowledged that Gor Mahia might have the upper hand, given the significance of the match in their title race.“The derby is always unpredictable, it can go either way. But Gor, being the home team and still chasing the title, might have a slight edge,” he noted.Okwemba also praised the rise of Kenya Police FC, who are on the brink of clinching their first-ever league title.“The team has grown steadily since gaining promotion to the Premier League. They have a solid technical bench, strong backing from management, and have brought in experienced players with championship pedigree,” said the 2013 Gotv Shield winner.Kickoff is scheduled for 3 PM.What Mozzart Bet donation means to promotion chasing Kwanza Heroes
