This exciting game will be part of the official inauguration ceremony of the Siaya Stadium.
Siaya county Governor James Orengo has revealed that Tanzanian football powerhouse, Yanga SC has accepted to take on Kenya premier league champions Gor Mahia in a friendly on January 1, 2025. This exciting game will be part of the official inauguration ceremony of the Siaya Stadium.
Governor Orengo took to his socials to announce the great news after a productive meeting with Yanga President, Eng. Hersi Said in Nairobi, Kenya on Monday.
“YANGA SC has accepted our invitation to play a friendly match against Gor Mahia FC on the 1st of January, 2025 as we officially launch our stadium in Siaya. You are all welcome to Siaya County, the county of possibilities. Come and experience the beautiful and magical Siaya County. Mark the date! Warwakou kababa,” he wrote.
Yanga is home to Harambee Stars player Duke Abuya and also other notable footballers in the region like former Gor Mahia player Khalid Aucho.
Kenya has recently experienced a surge in infrastructural development, particularly in the construction of county stadiums, which holds great promise for the growth of devolved professional football.
This wave of development is expected to provide more opportunities for local talent, improve sports facilities at the grassroots level, and contribute to the overall advancement of the football ecosystem across the country.
As these new stadiums open their doors, they are set to play a crucial role in nurturing future generations of athletes and expanding Kenya's presence in the global football scene.