FKF Premier League: Gor Mahia Absent in Round 20 Team of the Week After Unbeaten Streak Ends

• The FKF Premier League round 20 Team of the Week has been released
• Gor Mahia players are notably absent after losing their unbeaten streak
• Kenya Police head coach has been named as the starting XI's manager

The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League round 20 Team of the Week is out.

On Saturday, February 3, perennial Kenyan champions Gor Mahia suffered their first defeat of the season at the hands of Kenya Police FC.

The match, which saw discontent among fans, was further intensified by questions regarding the home team's decision to raise ticket prices at Nairobi's Sacco Stadium.

Kenya Police's remarkable comeback was secured through a brace by striker Tito Okello and Kenneth Muguna's goal in the second half. The two law enforcers' scorers rightfully headline the Starting XI for the Team of the Week.

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Joining Okello in the striking department are AFC Leopards' Beja Hassan and Sofapaka's Darius Msagha. Ingwe continued their winning streak with a 2-0 victory over Kariobangi Sharks, while Sofapaka claimed a crucial 2-1 win over KCB.

In midfield, Muguna is partnered by Bidco United's Douglas Mokaya and Leopards' Boniface Kweyu. Bidco won 1-0 against Tusker FC at Kenyatta Stadium, with Mokaya's first-half goal dealing the decisive blow for the Brewers, as reported by Capital Sports. Bidco's goalkeeper, Daniel Odiwuor, earned a Team of the Week spot.

The defensive lineup includes Ulinzi Stars' Shannel Makwata, Nzoia Sugar's Dinken Mwema, Posta Rangers' George Onyango, and Muhoroni Youth's Cliff Otieno. Posta Rangers secured three points away at Sudi Stadium by beating Nzoia 1-0, while Kakamega Homeboyz played a goalless draw against Muhoroni Youth.

In a thrilling draw at Machakos Kenyatta Stadium on Sunday, February 4, Shabana FC and Nairobi City FC battled fiercely, receiving red cards and ending the game with 10 players each.

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Bandari's head coach, John Baraza, expressed confidence in their pursuit of a maiden top-flight title after overcoming a tough challenge to defeat Muranga Seal 3-2 at St. Sebastian Park on Sunday, as reported by Star Sports. The win propelled Bandari to third on the log with 34 points, just nine behind leaders Gor Mahia.

Six Gor Mahia players in first leg Team of the Season

Sports Brief reported that six players from Gor Mahia earned their places in the FKF Premier League first-leg Team of the Season.

The selection also featured outstanding players from KCB, Tusker, City Stars, Posta Rangers, and Kariobangi Sharks.

The squad's manager was K'Ogalo's head coach, Johnathan Mckinstry.