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Gor Mahia responds to juju claims in Mashemeji derby by AFC Leopards’ Levis Opiyo
Story by Martin Moses
- Gor Mahia have distanced themselves from claims of using black magic during the highly-charged Mashemeji derbies
- The statement came after Leopards’ goalkeeper Levis Opiyo claimed that an unnamed staff in Gor Mahia uses dirty tricks on him
- Opiyo has promised to lead Ingwe to victory over the record champions when they meet later this year
Gor Mahia have clapped back at AFC Leopards’ goalkeeper Levis Opiyo after he claimed the club uses dark magic (juju) during Mashemeji derbies.
Opiyo ruffled feathers last week when he claimed that an unnamed Gor Mahia steward uses juju on him during the games involving two of Kenya’s most popular clubs.
AFC Leopards player alleges use of black magic
Opiyo, a former K’Ogalo player, alleges that he usually feels weak when he takes to the pitch during the derby.
“This guy was a friend of mine when I was at Gor. He always makes sure he greets me before the game. I felt weak during warm-up with our stewards confirming that something was up,” said Opiyo on Tiki Taka Show.
“It’s like he’s playing with me outside the field—with black magic. Whenever I play in a derby, I feel weak, and it only happens in those games.”
Opiyo’s record vs Gor Mahia
Since switching sides, Opiyo has faced his former employer five times, winning only once, losing twice, and drawing twice. He has often been criticised for his performance during the derby.
Gor Mahia have now rubbished his juju claims, with the club vice-chairman slamming Opiyo for unprofessionalism.
“We do not do that here. I find the topic of the use of black magic to win matches trivial. If someone else believes in it and its powers, that is his or her choice,” he told Mozzart Sport.
“I would advise him to secure the services of a serious and registered agent who will help handle such matters.”
When is the Mashemeji derby?
Opiyo, who claimed to have learned a way to beat the alleged use of black magic, promised to inspire Ingwe to victory when the two sides meet. The first instalment of the derby will take place on November 24.
Gor Mahia ace strikes referee with ball
Ekwutosblog had earlier reported that Gor Mahia goalkeeper Gad Mathews struck a referee with a ferocious shot.
Mathews inadvertently hit the match official with the ball during the second leg of their Champions League encounter against Al Ahly in Cairo.
Super Eagles playmaker, Alex Iwobi, has admitted they are waiting to see if the team would still play at the 2026 World Cup.
The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, is optimistic of a potential lifeline from FIFA, after it submitted a petition against the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Iwobi was asked by SuperSport if he would rather lift the AFCON 2025 trophy or qualify for the World Cup?
The 29-year-old, who played at the 2018 of the World Cup, replied: “I mean we’re still waiting, well hopefully we can go to the World Cup, but I feel it’s a tough one.
“It’s a tough one because winning AFCON is like… It’s a great legacy, it’s a great thing to have like in your career, a memorable moment.
“But then at the same time, because I’ve been to the World Cup already, a lot of the players haven’t been. They would like to say ‘I want to go to the World Cup,’ so I can’t be selfish and say win the AFCON and for my teammates to not go to the World Cup. So it’s a tough one. I don’t know. I don’t know.”
Politics
PRESIDENT TINUBU CONDOLES WITH SAMUEL CHUKWUEZE OF THE SUPER EAGLES ON THE PASSING OF HIS MOTHER
President Bola Tinubu sends his condolences
to Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze on the passing of his mother.
The President also extends his sympathies to the family and friends of Mrs Sarah Chukwueze, who passed away on Thursday.
President Tinubu mourns with the Chukwueze family and encourages them to find solace in the memory and legacy of their late matriarch.
“The passing of Mrs Chukwueze, the mother of one of our bright football stars, just a few days after the passing of Super Eagles’ captain Wilfred Ndidi’s father, is deeply saddening.
I mourn with them, and I am with them in prayers during this difficult time,” the President says.
President Tinubu prays that God Almighty will grant the departed eternal rest.
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information and Strategy)
Arsenal’s starting XI to face Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday evening has been unveiled.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta opted to start Gabriel Jesus ahead of Viktor Gyokeres to lead the Gunners’ attack against the Red Devils.
This comes after Jesus scored a brace against Inter Milan in the Champions League in midweek.
The Brazilian will be assisted by Bukayo Saka and Leandro on the wings.
In midfield, Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard return to join Martin Zubimendi.
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