Gor Wins 1-0 Over Ulinzi Stars In Crucial Match

Gor Mahia began their title defense on a positive note after they trounced Ulinzi Stars 1-0, in an entertaining match at Nyayo National Stadium.

Former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga and Sports, Culture and Heritage Cabinet Secretary Amb.(Dr.) Amina Mohamed, were among the notable spectators in the lively encounter.

K’ogalo were quick off the races and could have gone ahead through a rasping free kick from Clifton Miheso, which unfortunately hit the crossbar.

The military men took time to settle but had a good chance to go ahead only for their striker John Njuguna to round off the entire defense and stub the ball to the side netting.

They headed to the break tied at 0-0 and Gor Mahia stand in coach Patrick Odhiambo made an immediate substitution bringing in club Captain Kenneth Muguna, who increased the tempo of the game and brought impetus to the frontline.

Substitute Jules Ulimwengu, came from the bench to score the winner and give Gor Mahia 3 vital points as they began their title defense.