Gor Mahia responds to juju claims in Mashemeji derby by AFC Leopards’ Levis Opiyo

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1 year ago

September 29, 2024

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.

Chelsea mathematically out of title race after 3-0 defeat to Everton

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3 days ago

March 21, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

Chelsea are now mathematically out of the Premier League title race.

This follows their 3-0 drubbing in the hands of Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday night.

Liam Rosenior’s men came into the match with 48 points, looking to keep pace with the teams in front of them.

However, Beto opened the scoring for the hosts in the first half, before adding a second after the break.

Chelsea barely threatened Everton and looked flat for most of the game, before Iliman Ndiaye added a third.

The result means the Blues cannot match the 70 points that league leaders Arsenal currently have with seven matches left.

Champions Liverpool are also on the verge of being mathematically ruled out, as they have 49 points.

Super Eagles player bounced me from Iheanacho’s room — Osimhen

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4 days ago

March 21, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen, has claimed that a senior member of the Super Eagles squad in 2017 sent him away from a hotel room during his first call-up to the national team.

According to the 27-year-old, it was Kelechi Iheanacho who intervened and welcomed him inside.

Osimhen revealed this while appearing on a Twitch livestream with comedian, Carter Efe in the early hours of Saturday.

He said: “When I came, I met Iheanacho. And I told him, ‘ah, see me, I’m gonna carry your boots.’ So he said I should come to his room so, he gave me his room number.

“So, as I got to his room — I don’t just want to mention the name — he had a roommate. So, as I knocked on the door, the roommate opened the door. So, he like bounced me out of the room.”

Osimhen refused to reveal the identity of the player who sent him away.

AFCON 2025; Drama as Senegal Reportedly Relocates Trophy To Military Base After CAF Decision (Video)

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4 days ago

March 20, 2026

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Drama as Senegal reportedly relocates AFCON trophy to military base after Confederation of African Football (CAF) viral decision.

‎It would be recalled that CAF stripped Senegal of their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title, awarding it to Morocco instead.

This decision came after Morocco appealed the result of the January 18 final, where Senegal won 1-0 in extra time.

‎ According to the CAF Appeal Board, Senegal had forfeited the match due to their players walking off the pitch in protest of a penalty awarded to Morocco, citing Articles 82 and 84 of the AFCON regulations.

The controversy surrounds the AFCON final, where Senegal’s players walked off the pitch in protest of a late penalty awarded to Morocco.

In a clip circulating on the microblogging platform, X (formerly Twitter), a young man with glasses is seen holding the AFCON trophy surrounded by military personnel.

The clip captures the military personnel’s excitement as they support the trophy, with an officer recording the moment.

In a recent development, Senegal has announced plans to appeal the decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), with some officials and players expressing outrage and disappointment.