FKF Confirms Another Postponement of Mashemeji Derby as Gor Mahia Struggles to Secure Venue

The match, originally scheduled for November 30, 2025, at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, had to be delayed due to Gor Mahia’s failure to secure a suitable venue.

Gor Mahia officially requested the postponement after failing to secure a suitable stadium for the clash slated for November 29th. The clash was expected to be staged on November 30, 2025 at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, but was pushed back once again due to venue crisis.

This marks another postponement for the derby, which has faced venue challenges multiple times.

The inability to find a confirmed venue has been a major setback for the derby, a fixture cherished by football fans across Kenya.

With both Moi International Sports Centre and Nyayo National Stadium facing availability and renovation issues, organizing a safe and appropriate venue for this high-profile clash remains a challenge.

The decision has left fans frustrated, with many lamenting the disruption of Kenya’s biggest football rivalry.

Club officials, however, insist the move was driven by responsibility rather than reluctance, emphasizing that staging the derby without adhering to venue, safety, and crowd-control standards would pose unnecessary risks.

Previous attempts to host the derby under compromised conditions have faced similar challenges, highlighting the need for meticulous planning and suitable infrastructure.

FKF is expected to consult both clubs before announcing a new date. Until then, the Mashemeji Derby remains on hold, a rare pause that underscores Kenya’s pressing need for more reliable, high-capacity sporting venues.

The FKF continues to explore options to reschedule the match at a later date, emphasizing the importance of safety and logistics.

Meanwhile, fans await further announcements on when the iconic Mashemeji Derby will finally take place without disruptions.