Adukwa Double Seals Routine Victory for Gor Mahia over Sofapaka

​Gor Mahia secured a professional 2-0 victory over Sofapaka in yesterday's Kenyan Premier League (KPL) encounter, with forward Ebenezer Adukwa bagging a decisive brace. The result firmly underscores Gor Mahia's title ambitions while leaving Sofapaka searching for answers following a performance that lacked offensive threat and defensive cohesion. The match was characterized by Gor Mahia’s clinical finishing, which effectively put the contest to bed early in the second half.
​The opening exchanges of the game were tightly contested, but it was Gor Mahia who seized control of the tempo and midfield battles. Their pressure paid off just past the half-hour mark when Ebenezer Adukwa broke the deadlock in the 32nd minute. This goal was critical, rewarding Gor Mahia's period of dominance and forcing Sofapaka to chase the game. Sofapaka struggled to create any meaningful opportunities in response, frequently losing possession in transition, and they went into the halftime break trailing by a narrow but deserved margin of 0-1.
​Any hopes Sofapaka had of mounting a second-half comeback were quickly dashed by the efficiency of the visitors. Just ten minutes after the restart, Adukwa struck again in the 56th minute to double Gor Mahia's lead and effectively seal the three points. The second goal killed the contest, allowing Gor Mahia to manage the remainder of the game with composure. Their defense was rarely troubled, providing solid cover for the goalkeeper and frustrating the home side’s increasingly desperate attempts to find a consolation goal.
​Unsurprisingly, Ebenezer Adukwa emerged as the undisputed man of the match. His positioning and clinical execution, netting goals in the 32nd and 56th minutes, proved to be the difference-maker. For Gor Mahia, this was a routine and vital win—a testament to their quality and ability to grind out results even when not at their spectacular best. For Sofapaka, however, the performance raises serious concerns, particularly the lack of a response after conceding, and they must quickly address their inability to breach the opponent's defense if they are to climb the league table.

Match Statistics

 How K'Ogalo Controlled the Game
​The 2-0 scoreline in favor of Gor Mahia was firmly backed up by the performance data, illustrating a clear statistical story of dominance and efficiency in the final third.

source:Tisini

K'Ogalo's Control and Efficiency

​Gor Mahia's strategy was built on control, as evidenced by their overwhelming 65% possession and nearly double the number of Pass Attempts (330 vs. 181). This aggressive control of the midfield dictated the pace and location of the match.
​Crucially, Gor Mahia was far more effective in attack. While both teams had a similar number of total Shot Attempts (12 for Gor Mahia, 10 for Sofapaka), Gor Mahia’s superior Shot Accuracy (50%) proved the difference. Half of their shots tested the goalkeeper, leading directly to the two match-winning goals.
​Sofapaka’s Struggle
​Sofapaka, despite a marginally better Pass Accuracy (90% vs. 82%), couldn't convert their ball movement into goal-threatening opportunities. Their 20% Shot Accuracy is a key indicator of their offensive struggle, with most attempts missing the target or being easily blocked. Their seven Corners also highlight their difficulty in breaking down the Gor Mahia defense in open play, often being forced to attack the box from wide areas.