Despite establishing a ten-point lead at the summit of the Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) standings, Gor Mahia’s creative midfielder, Austin Odhiambo, remains cautious about their chances of retaining the title.In a crucial encounter, the defending champions secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Tusker at Machakos Stadium last Saturday, with Odhiambo’s 20th-minute free-kick proving to be the decisive factor.##NAJAVA_MECA_7818708##This triumph elevated Gor Mahia’s points to 43, maintaining a ten-point advantage over the second-placed Nairobi City Stars, who were set to face the AFC Leopards on Sunday at Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega.Despite the significant win, Odhiambo acknowledged the importance of the victory for their title aspirations but emphasized that there is still a considerable amount of work ahead.”While this win is crucial for our title ambitions, we are well aware that much work remains. Many of us have experienced winning the league with Gor Mahia last season, so we are prepared to handle the pressure. Every match demands our serious attention, as the league is far from decided, with 16 matches still to go,” he remarked post-match.Expressing gratitude to his teammates, Odhiambo credited their collective effort in securing the victory over Tusker.”It’s a great feeling to have scored, and I want to extend my thanks to my teammates for their hard work. Our defense was resolute, and we were determined to secure the win. We capitalized on our chances, and it paid off.”Recognizing the significance of approaching each game with utmost seriousness, Odhiambo stressed the team’s commitment to delivering their best, particularly against top-four opponents, as they aim to widen the point gap.”We understand the importance of treating every game seriously, especially against the top four sides. Each win contributes to expanding the point gap between us and the rest of the competition.”Gor Mahia’s next fixture will see them facing Kenya Police.Twaha Mbarak declares intent to lead Kenyan football
