Joshua Onyango’s late goal gave Gor Mahia the lead against Sofapaka, but a dramatic 89th-minute equalizer saw the two sides share points in a tense league encounter at Dandora Stadium.
Gor Mahia FC’s hopes of securing all three points against Sofapaka were dashed in the dying minutes of the match, as a late equalizer saw the encounter end in a dramatic 1-1 draw at Dandora Stadium.
The game was intensely contested from the onset, with both sides creating chances. However, it was Gor Mahia who eventually broke the deadlock in the 79th minute through a well-taken strike by Joshua Onyango. The goal sparked wild celebrations among the traveling Green Army fans, who had been on the edge of their seats throughout the match.
As the celebrations echoed across the stadium, Gor Mahia looked poised to maintain their slim lead. The team showed composure and tactical discipline, with standout performances notably from Omija, who remained calm and collected at the back, helping contain Sofapaka’s pressing attacks.
The atmosphere was electric as the match edged toward its conclusion, with Sofapaka pushing forward in search of an equalizer. Despite Gor Mahia’s efforts to hold on, the pressure paid off for Sofapaka in the 89th minute when they found the back of the net to level the score.
While the result may feel like two points dropped for Gor Mahia, the team remains firmly in the title race, and the fighting spirit on display reflects a side determined to stay at the top.
The draw means Gor Mahia will need to refocus quickly as they look ahead to their next fixture, with every point now crucial in the run-in to the season’s climax.