Sinica Mihic: Why Fan Pressure Weighs Heavily On Gor Mahia Players Amidst Title Defense Collapse

Sinisa Mihic was among three coaches who handled Gor Mahia this season.

Sinica Mihic: Why Fan Pressure Weighs Heavily On Gor Mahia Players Amidst Title Defense Collapse

Evans Ousuru 16:09 - 17.05.2025

Gor Mahia coach Sinica Mihic blames fan pressure for latest defeat as FKFPL title defense takes new twist.

Gor Mahia's head coach, Sinisa Mihic, believes the huge expectations from the K'Ogallo fanbase is taking a toll on his players.

Mihic's sentiments come after the FKF Premier League record champions lost 2-1 against relegation-bound Nairobi City Stars to put a dent on the team's hope of defending their title,  in the midweek fixture.

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While the Croat accepted that the performance of his players did not meet expectations, defeat against City Stars exposed Gor Mahia's weaknesses.

"We simply lacked the vigour to win us a match. I believe we should have done better. A few concentration lapses got us into unnecessary trouble," Mihic told The Star.

Pressed further on the burden of expectations from the team's adoring fans, the 47-year-old remarked: "That too might have to some extent contributed to our dismal performance. I believe that we were somewhat burdened by the pressure from the fans."

Gor Mahia lost the match in a span of the first 17 minutes of the game and failed to find the equaliser and the winning goal in the second half as resolute defending from 'Simba Wa Nairobi' was on show throughout the encounter.

Gor Mahia are third on the log with 53 points, five short of leaders Police although the defending champions have played one game less.

Mihic challenged his players to navigate the psychological challenge of fighting for the title by winning their remaining four matches.

"The players need to harness their passion and resilience, channelling the fervour of their supporters into a renewed sense of purpose.

"The fans, who fill the stands with unwavering loyalty, deserve a team that fights tooth and nail for every point."

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