Gor Mahia Hit by Scare as Four Players Survive Road Accident Ahead of Mashemeji Derby
Gor Mahia were forced to cancel Friday’s training session after four key players survived a frightening road accident along Outering Road, just days before their high-stakes Mashemeji Derby clash against AFC Leopards.
Gor Mahia’s morning routine was thrown into chaos this Friday, November 28, 2025, after four first-team stars were involved in a terrifying road accident while heading for training. The incident, which unfolded along the ever-busy Outering Road, left players and fans shaken—coming at a crucial point in the build-up to the 98th Mashemeji Derby.
Midfielders Austin Odhiambo and Fidel Origa, defender Joshua Onyango, and forward Felix Oluoch were travelling together in a private vehicle when disaster struck. The group, who ordinarily carpool to training from the same neighbourhood, suddenly found themselves in danger when the car developed a mechanical fault.
According to early reports, the vehicle’s braking system failed abruptly, forcing the car off the highway and causing the impact that left the players with minor injuries. They were rushed to a nearby hospital for emergency evaluation, where doctors treated them and later discharged them after confirming no severe internal harm.
The club quickly moved to restore calm among the Green Army, issuing a statement that reassured supporters about the players’ safety.
A source close to the team offered deeper insight into the nerve-racking moments before the crash, stressing that the situation was unavoidable once the mechanical failure occurred.
“They were coming to training as usual… the brakes broke and he couldn’t stop the car which led to them crashing. None have serious injuries; they are being treated at a local hospital and we hope they’ll be better,”
the insider told the SportPesa blog.
The aftermath was immediately felt at the training base. With four squad members injured and shaken, the club’s technical staff and leadership agreed to cancel Friday’s training session entirely.
The timing could not be worse.
Gor Mahia are in the midst of preparations for the 98th Mashemeji Derby, scheduled for December 7—a fixture that carries enormous weight in Kenyan football. The encounter against AFC Leopards is not just a match; it is a battle for pride, dominance, and legacy.
Losing a full session during such a crucial build-up adds a layer of complication, especially with uncertainty surrounding the short-term readiness of the affected players.
Still, the overriding sentiment within the club remains one of relief. The players survived a potentially tragic incident, and with proper rest and recovery, there is optimism they may resume training soon.
For now, Gor Mahia’s focus shifts to supporting the quartet through their recuperation—while recalibrating plans for one of the most anticipated matches of their season.
