Sinisa Mihic kicked off his coaching career at Gor Mahia with a bang, securing a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Mathare United at Dandora Stadium last Saturday. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions for the Gor Mahia faithful, as Mathare United initially took the lead in the 15th minute through Elli Asieche, leaving Mihic visibly frustrated on the sidelines. However, Gor Mahia quickly bounced back, with Alphonce Omija finding the back of the net just five minutes later to level the score.
As the game progressed into the second half, Gor Mahia seized control and ultimately sealed the win when Ghanaian midfielder Enock Morrison calmly converted a penalty in the 71st minute. Despite a late surge from Mathare United, Gor Mahia’s defense held firm to secure their second consecutive victory and climb to 3rd place in the FKF Premier League standings with 34 points from 19 matches.
With a game in hand, Gor Mahia has the opportunity to close the gap on table-toppers Kenya Police FC and Tusker FC, who currently sit tied at the summit with 38 points each. A win in their next fixture would see Gor Mahia trail the leaders by just a single point, setting the stage for an exciting title race in the coming weeks.
Overall, Mihic’s debut at Gor Mahia was a promising start, showcasing the team’s resilience and determination to compete at the highest level of Kenyan football. Fans will be eagerly anticipating what the rest of the season holds for the defending champions under Mihic’s guidance.
