Gor Mahia vice chairperson Sally Bolo has expressed deep concern over what she described as disturbingly low ticket sales, despite a near-full stadium during the 97th Mashemeji Derby.The record league champions announced that they had collected KSh 2,152,700 in gate revenue from Monday’s crucial clash against archrivals AFC Leopards at the fully packed Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay.##NAJAVA_MECA_8957718##Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsThe amount marked a significant rise from the KSh 247,100 raised in their previous home league encounter—a 2-1 defeat to Nairobi City Stars—reflecting a sharp increase of nearly KSh 1.9 million. However, it was a sharp decline compared to the first-leg derby hosted by AFC Leopards, where close to KSh 6 million was collected.”A total of KSh 2,152,700 from today’s derby match in Homa Bay,” the club posted on its official social media platforms.Bolo, a newly elected vice chairperson, lamented the paradox between high stadium attendance and low official ticket revenue.”This country has to respect Wanyama”- McCarthy on Harambee Stars’ midfielder returnIn a candid post on her Facebook page shortly after the club shared the collection figures, she pointed to widespread bribery and gate corruption as key factors denying the club its rightful earnings.”To the Green Army, let’s talk tough but with love,” she began. “Gor Mahia belongs to all of us, but if we truly want a self-sustainable club, then we, the fans, must also change our mindset and behaviour. It is sad that some of our own would rather bribe stewardesses or police officers than buy valid tickets.The stadium fills up, yet the gate collection is embarrassingly low. How do we grow like that as a club? How do we pay players, run operations, or build a better future for the club?” Bolo posted.Gor Mahia stumble in Mashemeji Derby to leave title hopes in tattersHer remarks come at a time when the club is transitioning to a digital ticketing system — a move expected to curb fraud and boost transparency.While the revenue collected marks a notable improvement, Bolo’s comments underscore the persistent challenge of ingrained practices that threaten the club’s quest for financial independence.On the sporting front, Gor Mahia failed to capitalize on a golden opportunity to close the gap on league leaders Kenya Police FC.”We cannot talk about the league anymore”: Gor Mahia coach throws in towel on title raceAustin Odhiambo handed K’Ogalo a first-half lead, but AFC Leopards’ Brian Wanyama responded quickly after the break to ensure the fierce rivals shared the spoils.The 1-1 draw leaves Gor Mahia’s title ambitions hanging in the balance and hands the advantage to Kenya Police, who now require just a single point to clinch their first-ever FKF Premier League title.The millions of shillings former Harambee Stars head coach is demanding from FKF
