Gor Mahia Earn Meagre Sh160K from Talanta Game as Fan Turnout Plummets

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Gor Mahia Earn Meagre Sh160K from Talanta Game as Fan Turnout Plummets

Mark Kinyanjui 13:00 - 25.04.2025

Gor Mahia have published their first gate revenue collection report since 2019 when they earned 2.45 million in earnings after a Mashemeji Derby, but their first report showed meagre returns during shock loss to FC Talanta.

Record FKF Premier League champions Gor Mahia have publicly announced its matchday revenue from their shock 1-0 defeat to FC Talanta on Wednesday afternoon, showing signs they are once again becoming transparent.

For the first time since 2019, announced its matchday revenue collection just over a week since their recently conducted elections, showing a change in leadership.

Newly elected treasurer Gerphas Okuku revealed through the club’s official social media platforms that Gor Mahia generated Ksh 160,600 from their midweek fixture against FC Talanta.

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The match, held at Dandora Stadium,  saw Talanta edge out K’Ogalo with a narrow 1-0 win, courtesy of a well-taken goal by Emmanuel Osoro.

According to the breakdown, Gor Mahia sold 733 regular tickets, bringing in Ksh 146,600, while an additional 28 VIP tickets contributed Ksh 14,000.

While the amount may seem meagre compared to past figures, the transparency is being lauded as a crucial step forward in a football scene often criticized for opaque financial dealings. 

Gor now joins a growing number of clubs, including AFC Leopards and Shabana, that have embraced regular public disclosures of matchday revenues. Lower-tier sides such as Kabati Youth, GFE 105, and 3K FC have also helped foster a culture of accountability.

The last time Gor Mahia revealed its gate revenue was in 2019, when former treasurer Sally Bolo disclosed Ksh 2.45 million from a derby against AFC Leopards, which attracted around 12,000 fans and netted the club Ksh 1.55 million after expenses. 

Since then, despite implementing a digital ticketing system in 2023 to curb losses, fans have been kept in the dark.

That lack of transparency frustrated many in the Green Army, especially as their rivals continued to provide regular updates. 

With attendance figures dwindling in recent seasons, supporters have been demanding more accountability. The latest financial disclosure is being seen as a signal that their concerns are finally being addressed.

“This is more than just about money. It’s about rebuilding trust,” said one fan on social media.

The announcement also comes at a pivotal time for Gor Mahia. The club is exploring plans for a new stadium in Lukenya, Machakos County, following a recent site visit by deputy patron Eliud Owalo. 

Transparent financial practices could be crucial if the club hopes to involve its supporters in future infrastructure or operational fundraising.

However, the mood on the pitch tells a different story. Emmanuel Osoro’s solitary strike handed FC Talanta a surprise victory, dealing a serious blow to Gor Mahia’s title hopes. 

A win would have put them within a point of leaders Tusker, but now, with just seven matches left, the pressure is mounting.

Further complicating matters are internal issues in the technical bench. Head coach Sinisa Mihic is reportedly at odds with his assistants Michael Nam and Zedekiah ‘Zico’ Otieno. 

Tensions boiled over during Gor’s 1-1 draw with Sofapaka earlier this month, when Mihic reportedly stormed out of the stadium mid-game.

As the club fights to stay in the title race, fans will be watching closely — not just the results, but how the leadership continues to handle its renewed commitment to transparency.