Gor Mahia Fined Ksh.300,000 for Crowd Trouble in Season Opener at Kasarani
FKF further warned that a repetition of similar incidents may attract heavier sanctions, which may include a ban from the use of major venues such as Kasarani.
These international standards hold clubs responsible for their supporters’ behavior and mandate proactive risk management. Photo/courtesy
By Ruth Sang
The FKF Disciplinary Committee has fined Gor Mahia Ksh.300,000 for crowd disturbances and security lapses recorded during their 2025/26 FKF Premier League season opener against Bidco United at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, on September 21.
According to the committee findings, Gor Mahia had failed to ensure appropriate crowd control and safety following the invasion of sections of fans into the stadium without tickets. Supporters clashed with police to create a situation that caused the total breakdown of order inside and outside the stadium.
The chaotic scenes marred what was expected to be an exciting start to the new league campaign. The defending champions suffered a 1-0 defeat to Bidco United after Newton Ochieng converted a penalty in the 88th minute — Gor Mahia’s only loss so far this season.
In a statement on Thursday, the FKF Disciplinary Committee found that Gor Mahia had violated several provisions of the FKF Regulations and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Disciplinary Code. The committee further pointed out that even though Gor Mahia had an agreement with third-party contractors for sale of tickets and access control, it was ultimately the club’s responsibility to ensure the safety and security of both fans and players.
“The Committee observed that outsourcing operational responsibilities does not release a club from its core obligation under CAF and FIFA disciplinary statutes. Clubs must exercise consistent supervision and implement adequate preventive measures,” the statement read in part.
The committee cited the principles of *Strict Liability* and *Vicarious Liability*, reminding clubs that they are accountable for any disorderly conduct within or around the stadium, irrespective of who directly causes it. These international standards hold clubs responsible for their supporters’ behavior and mandate proactive risk management.
A monetary penalty, among others, was handed down to Gor Mahia, with the team also receiving an official warning. The club has been instructed to settle the fine within 14 days, failure to which additional sanctions may apply.
FKF further warned that a repetition of similar incidents may attract heavier sanctions, which may include a ban from the use of major venues such as Kasarani or Nyayo Stadium.
Off the pitch, despite the disciplinary setback, Gor Mahia currently lies second on the league table with 12 points, courtesy of four wins and one defeat in their first five matches. However, the club faces growing pressure to address persistent concerns about crowd control and to strengthen collaboration with stadium security personnel. The FKF ruled that a full written judgment will be published on November 4, 2025, after which Gor Mahia will be entitled to file an appeal if dissatisfied with the ruling.
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