Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards will renew their historic rivalry on December 7, 2025, in the 98th Mashemeji Derby at Nyayo National Stadium in what is expected to be a tightly contested affair.
The match, scheduled to begin at 3 PM, has its attendance capped at 18,000 for security reasons following breaches during previous meetings.
The fixture follows last week’s postponement and returns to the traditional Sunday slot in Nairobi.
How to Watch Gor Mahia vs AFC Leopards
The Mashemeji Derby will be broadcast live on Azam Sports 4HD through Azam TV, the official FKF Premier League partner.
Fans can also stream the match on the Azam TV Max application, available for Android and iOS devices, provided they have an active subscription.
Big Test for Gor Mahia
Gor Mahia enters the fixture second on the FKF Premier League table with 19 points from nine matches, trailing leaders Kenya Police FC by one point.
AFC Leopards occupy seventh place with 14 points after nine games.
Both teams come into the match seeking redemption after poor performances in past FKF PL matches.
Gor Mahia’s last match was a very disappointing 4-1 loss to bottom side APS Bomet, while AFC Leopards are winless in their previous three outings.
Head-to-head records favor Gor Mahia with 34 wins against Leopards’ 28, alongside 35 draws.
Last season’s meetings ended 1-1 and 0-0, with the recent Mashemeji derbies being decided by set pieces, second-ball control, and limited chances.
All to Play For
Gor Mahia has ruled out midfielder Lawrence Juma with a groin injury and forward Bryson Wangai with an ankle problem.
Coach Charles Akonnor, overseeing his first Mashemeji Derby since joining at the start of the season, leans on goalkeeper Byrne Omondi, defender Sylvester Owino, and playmaker Austin Odhiambo for structure and control.
Akonnor, during a pre-match interview after Gor Mahia’s last training session, stated the match’s significance to the club’s legacy and the need for a decisive response after midweek defeat.
AFC Leopards have not reported any injuries and will look to use their full squad to secure the three crucial points against the 21-time Kenyan champions.
Gates open well before kickoff to manage flows and security, while ticketing allocations were cut to align with CAF and Sports Kenya guidelines for high-risk fixtures.
A women’s curtain-raiser between Gor Mahia Queens and AFC Leopards Queens forms part of the program, thanks to the expanded derby footprint and reinforcing scheduling discipline at Nyayo.
A Gor Mahia win sustains title pressure and stabilizes form after losing to APS Bomet. At the same time, a Leopard’s victory or hard-earned draw strengthens mid-table positioning ahead of the December run.
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With margins thin across the first eight places and points compression evident, today’s result will influence selection decisions in the following tight sequence of league fixtures.
Today’s Fixtures
APS Bomet hosts Bandari in Kericho at the Kericho Green Stadium following a relocation from Gusii Stadium, with kickoff at 3:00 PM EAT.
The move was made because the Bomet IAAF Stadium is under renovation to meet FKF Premier League standards.
APS Bomet, 17th on the FKF Premier League table with nine points from 12 matches, seeks momentum after a shock 4–1 win over Gor Mahia.
Bandari, 12th with 12 points from 10 games, targets stability following mixed results in recent weeks.
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The other fixture of the day sees KCB face Sofapaka at Kasarani Annex, also starting at 3:00 PM EAT.
KCB sits 13th with 12 points from 10 matches, while Sofapaka occupies 14th with 11 points from 11 games.
Both sides aim to break out of mid-table congestion and avoid slipping into the relegation zone.
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