Defending FKF Premier League champions Gor Mahia will have a chance to set aside all the drama that has filled their week – maybe a month – as they get back onto the pitch on Thursday afternoon for their rescheduled match against FC Talanta at Dandora Stadium (1600 EAT).K’Ogalo, who lie third and four points off leaders Tusker, are desperate for a victory, which will be a welcome delight for yet another title chase but also a distraction, at least, from what has been a chaotic couple of days.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsThe drama all began in the team’s disappointing 1-1 draw against Sofapaka last Saturday, when the watching public was offered another glimpse of the strained relationships between head coach Sinisa Mihic and his technical bench.On Tuesday, shocking revelations about an ongoing feud between Mihic and Gor Mahia star player Austin Odhiambo were publicised, sparking wide debate among the fan base, even as the club management embarked on a move to calm tensions and preach the need for unison.🟢 | MATCH DAYIt’s a game day as we host FC Talanta at Dandora Stadium from 4pm.Come on boys, let’s do it💪Get your match tickets here 👇 https://t.co/MpukpZALTcOR Dial *519*55##Sirkal pic.twitter.com/nbUEp7rtwD— GOR MAHIA FC (@OfficialGMFC) April 24, 2025 All that will briefly be on the back burner on Thursday afternoon, when the team must come out and play a football game.Gor Mahia skipper Philemon Otieno, in his usual self, believes the squad can still win a record-extending championship, but on Wednesday admitted to their challenge ahead.“It will be a tricky game,” Otieno said. Talanta are a tough side that wants to survive in the league, so we cannot underrate them. We have to give a good fight and not play under any pressure since we still have our goals that we want to achieve.”##NAJAVA_MECA_8877126##Easier said than done, you would say, as K’Ogalo will be without centre back Alphonce Omija, while all eyes will be pointed on the “good but undisciplined” Odhiambo, at least as per Mihic.Gor Mahia head coach willing to drop Austin Odhiambo after fall outTalanta, after back-to-back losses, have slipped back to the relegation playoff spot and know that a win will steer them clear of danger while also looking to upset the odds and register only their second win over Gor Mahia.Much at stake, eh?
