Gor Mahia Vice Captain Geoffrey “Simiti” Ochieng is urging Gor Mahia branches to mobilize their members for the upcoming Mashemeji Derby. With increasing support from stakeholders to rally fans, Ochieng emphasizes the importance of a packed stadium on Sunday.##NAJAVA_MECA_8038962##”I urge Gor Mahia branches to unite and bring their members to the stadium in large numbers to give the team extra support,” said the former Western Stima player in an interview.Looking ahead to the derby, where Gor Mahia has won 32 times compared to Ingwe’s 28, Ochieng expresses confidence in the team’s preparation for this crucial fixture.”We’ve prepared as we always do for other matches, but with the derby, there’s pride at stake. However, we believe God will grant us victory,” he says.Generals never die: CS Ababu Namwamba leads sports community in mourning departed KDF officersGor Mahia will depend on key players like Ochieng to secure a win. Ochieng has been a regular in Coach Jonathan McKinstry’s lineup this season, featuring in all but one game.Known as “Simiti” by loyal Gor Mahia supporters for his solid defensive style, Ochieng’s impressive performances have caught the eye of Harambee Stars national team coach Engin Firat. He was named in the squad for the four-nation tournament in Malawi in March. Although he didn’t play in the last national team assignment, Ochieng remains hopeful for future opportunities.”I’m grateful for the chance to be part of the national team, though I’m still working hard to earn playing time,” he says.Even with the Mashemeji derby approaching, Ochieng emphasizes the team’s focus on their season goals: winning the league and performing well in continental competitions.”As a team, we appreciate the efforts of the management, technical bench, and all the players who have brought us this far as we strive to achieve our goals,” he adds.Gor Mahia currently leads the league standings with 54 points, while their rivals sit in 8th place with 38 points after 26 rounds of matches.FKF succumbs to pressure, imposes new measures on ‘unsportsmanlike’ Muhoroni Youth
