Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has confirmed the details for the clash between Gor Mahia FC and Kakamega Homeboyz for the FKF Charity Shield Cup.

The high-stakes encounter is set to take place on Saturday, August 12, 2023, at the Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani, with kick-off scheduled for 3:00 pm.

Gor Mahia-Homeboyz curtain-raise

The forthcoming match serves as a thrilling curtain-raiser for the upcoming season, which is slated to kick off on August 26, 2023.

It promises to be a clash of titans as FKF Premier League Champions, Gor Mahia, lock horns with FKF Cup victors, Kakamega Homeboyz, igniting the football fervor among fans.

Gor Mahia have been priming themselves for the challenge, notching victories in weekend friendlies. They triumphed over Bidco United in a riveting 2-1 encounter and secured a convincing 2-0 win in another friendly fixture.

Meanwhile, Kakamega Homeboyz sharpened their skills across the border, engaging in a pre-season friendly match against KCCCA in Uganda, albeit suffering a 2-0 loss.

Gor Mahia league win

The stakes are notably high, with Gor Mahia clinching the FKF Premier League title in the previous season after a gripping race against Tusker.

Garnering an impressive 70 points, Gor Mahia claimed their 20th league title, culminating with a resounding 4-1 victory over Nairobi City Stars at the Kasarani Stadium on the final day.

Kakamega Homeboyz, on the other hand, etched their name in history by securing a remarkable victory in the 2023 Football Kenya Federation Cup.

Their triumphant 1-0 against formidable opponents Tusker propelled them to a coveted spot in the prestigious CAF Confederations tournament.

The upcoming clash revives a gripping rivalry that has unfolded over the course of the 2022/23 season. During the first-leg showdown, Gor Mahia secured a narrow 1-0 win against Kakamega Homeboyz.

However, the tables turned in the FKF Cup as Kakamega Homeboyz stunned with a 1-0 victory at the Bukhungu Stadium, halting Gor Mahia’s progress in the competition.

The dramatic exchange continued in the league’s second leg, with Kakamega Homeboyz delivering a stunning performance to secure a heart-pounding 3-2 victory over Gor Mahia.

Their tenacity nearly disrupted Gor Mahia’s league title aspirations, setting the stage for a thrilling climax that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very last day of the season.