Gor Mahia launch title defence with 4-2 victory over Murang'a Seal

Defending champions Gor Mahia signaled their intentions for the new SportPesa League season with a clinical 4-2 victory over Murang’a SEAL under the floodlights at Nyayo Stadium

A double from forward Shariff Musa, alongside strikes from Alpha Onyango and Dwang, ensured K'Ogalo secured maximum points in their opening fixture of the campaign, despite a late fightback from the visitors.

Gor wasted no time asserting their authority on the match, taking the lead in the fifth minute. Midfielder Alpha Onyango stepped up to a free-kick on the right edge of the penalty area following a foul on Patrick Esombe and unleashed a curling effort that struck the inside of the crossbar before settling into the top corner.

Murang’a SEAL attempted to respond quickly, looking to exploit spaces on the counter-attack. Their best opportunity of the opening half arrived in the 29th minute when Majaliwa Charo found space on the left wing, but his low driver struck the base of the left post with Gor Mahia goalkeeper Kevin Omondi beaten.

Source: The Standard Sports