Rachier has disclosed what he believes is the major reason for the discord between Gor Mahia and the Football Kenya Federation in recent years. Gor Mahia’s chairman, Ambrose Rachier, has shed light on why he believes the 20-time league champions have frequently been at odds with the Football Kenya Federation in recent times.
Rachier, who ran against Nick Mwendwa for the FKF presidency in 2016 but was unsuccessful, suggests that Gor Mahia’s adversities from the federation under Mwendwa’s leadership stem from his electoral challenge.
The team has faced several punitive measures from the federation, including being stripped of their CAF Champions League ticket last year for not settling dues with three former players on time, and the imposition of a ban preventing the club’s fans from attending stadium matches following disruptive behavior at Kasarani during their defeat to Murang’a Seal.
Rachier attributes the “bad blood” with the FKF to his 2016 presidential bid against Nick Mwendwa.
“Firstly, I believe the appearance of bad blood originated when I contested for the presidency, and since then, Gor has faced hardships,” Rachier told Citizen TV.
“I have ceased any further attempts. You haven’t seen me attempt to run since 2016 against the esteemed president of football in Kenya.
“My team is suffering because I ran for the presidency of football in this country. I have been prohibited from attending matches among other repercussions, so I have opted to maintain a low profile.
“You didn’t see me in the 2020 elections, and you won’t see me in the 2024 elections. I prefer to protect my team rather than betray those in charge of football management in the country.”
Rachier has declined to disclose his support for any candidate for the FKF presidency this year, but he has affirmed his intention to vote.
“I am not endorsing anyone, but I have a vote. I will make my choice when I see who the candidates are. There are no official nominations yet, and the election schedule remains uncertain.”
