Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards will clash in the 99th Mashemeji Derby this Sunday in a match that could define the FKF Premier League title race.
The two most successful and most followed clubs in Kenyan football will meet at Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday, April 26, with kick-off set for 3 pm.
This derby carries added significance, as it marks the 99th meeting between the two rivals since their first clash in 1968, and is also expected to be the last major football match at Nyayo before the stadium closes for renovations ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
Going into the match, Gor Mahia sit top of the league standings with 58 points, holding a narrow three-point advantage over second-placed AFC Leopards.
With only a handful of matches left, Sunday’s result could swing the title race decisively in favor of either side.
How to watch the Mashemeji Derby Live
Fans who will not be inside Nyayo Stadium can watch the Mashemeji Derby live on Azam TV.
Azam TV is the official broadcast partner of the FKF Premier League and holds exclusive rights to televise all league matches, including this weekend’s derby.
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The match will be aired live on Azam Sports 4 HD, with coverage starting before kick-off for pre-match analysis and team news.
Viewers will need an active Azam TV subscription to access the channel through their decoder.
For fans who prefer watching on mobile devices or online, the match will also be streamed live on the Azam TV Max app.
The app is available on both Android and iOS platforms and allows subscribers to watch the game on smartphones, tablets, or smart TVs.
A stable internet connection and an active Azam TV account are required.
Azam TV and Azam TV Max remain the only authorized platforms for the live broadcast of FKF Premier League matches.
Supporters are advised against relying on unofficial online streams, which are often taken down during matches or suffer from poor picture quality and delays.
Entry, Venue, and Security Arrangements
Nyayo National Stadium is expected to be packed, with high demand for tickets due to the importance and historical significance of the fixture.
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For Sunday’s 99th Mashemeji Derby between Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards at Nyayo National Stadium, organizers, working with Sports Kenya and security agencies, have limited attendance to 18,000 spectators, which is about 78 percent of the stadium’s usable seated capacity.
The cap was imposed because the Mashemeji Derby is categorized as a high-risk fixture, following crowd-control concerns during recent derbies between the two rivals.
Sports Kenya requires that Nyayo Stadium not be filled to capacity for such matches to improve safety, ease movement inside the venue, and reduce the risk of overcrowding.
Additional measures include heavy police deployment, stewards from both clubs, strict ticket verification, and controlled entry points.
Parking around Nyayo has been regulated, with designated parking areas and set fees announced by organizers.
Entry checks are expected to be strict, with prohibited items barred from the stadium.
Beyond pride and bragging rights, there is everything to play for on the pitch.
Gor Mahia are chasing another league title and know that a win would give them a commanding advantage with only a few games left.
K’Ogalo will also be seeking revenge after losing the first leg 1-0 to AFC Leopards in December.
AFC Leopards, on the other hand, are aiming to complete a league double over their rivals for the first time in years.
Victory would cut the gap at the top of the table and reignite their title push heading into the final 6 games of the season.
