The Kenyan champions' second win in a row in the tournament's group A means the club now has six points and is virtually assured of a place in the quarterfinals.
The club is really in good form, such that neither absence of players nor adjustments to team's first eleven appears to be affecting the team's rhythm of play. This was evidently clear throughout the KMKM match as all departments of the team functioned neatly to ensure that Gor's excellent performance continued to roll on.
I was particularly impressed by the club's forward line, with both Meddie Kagere and Michael Olunga turning in exceptional performances. Olunga especially continued to amaze me with his confidence and skill around the 18-yard box. I am convinced that his performances are no fluke and that he will soon be joining the list of Kenya's greatest strikers.
The 21 year old university student is truly a gifted striker and he proved this with a quality headed goal against KMKM, beautiful turns inside the box, a powerful left foot, and skillful runs with the ball. In the same match, he also proved that he can provide quality assists, as his pass led to Gor's opening goal through Meddie Kagere.
I was also amazed to see him throwing a ball from Gor's portion of the pitch, proving that he can also carry out defensive duties for his team when necessary. That is what you call a great all-round striker. I am sure his failed trials in South Africa will soon be forgotten as he lands an even bigger deal somewhere in Europe.
For now, the striker is part of a well oiled Gor Mahia juggernaut that is surely looking good to win a cup that has eluded them for three good decades.
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