Gor Mahia’s Match against Bandari Halted Twice by Fan Unrest as Bandari Triumphs 2-0
- Gor Mahia’s fixture against Bandari was halted twice due to fan disturbances in the 80th minute.
- Bandari secured a 2-0 victory, extending their unbeaten run and adding to Gor Mahia’s recent struggles.
- Play resumed after fans were cleared, with no further goals scored.
Match Overview
Gor Mahia’s rescheduled FKF Premier League match against Bandari FC at Ukunda Showground took an unfortunate turn on Wednesday as fan disruptions forced the referee to halt proceedings twice in the final minutes. The incidents occurred around the 80th minute, soon after Bandari’s second goal put them 2-0 up.
As Gor Mahia prepared for a set piece, fans were seen moving closer to the pitch, prompting referee Kelvin Maina to temporarily stop the game and bring all players to the center of the pitch. Play resumed after a 20-minute break but was paused almost immediately again due to continued unrest, despite some fans exiting the grounds. Eventually, the stands were cleared, and the game concluded with Bandari’s 2-0 lead intact.
Game Highlights
After a goalless first half, Gor Mahia’s troubles deepened in the second period. Captain Geoffrey Ochieng received a red card for a last-man foul on Izzadin Juma. Bandari capitalized immediately as Geoffrey Ojunga converted the resulting free-kick, delivering a powerful shot past Gor Mahia’s keeper Caleb Omondi. Beja Nyamawi sealed the win in the 78th minute, sending Bandari up to maintain their unbeaten record and hand Gor Mahia their second loss in 10 days.