Ambrose Rachier, the long-serving chairman of Gor Mahia, has openly questioned the quality of refereeing in the Kenyan Premier League. He spoke to the press recently and did not hold back his concerns.
Rachier made it clear that he was not just speaking as the head of Gor Mahia. Instead, he said he was talking as a concerned person who loves Kenyan football. He asked a simple but tough question: Are we truly happy with the level of officiating in our league?
According to him, the timing makes the issue worse. The league is now at a very critical stage, and some decisions from match officials have been hard to understand. He did not point to one single game but suggested that several clubs have suffered from poor calls.
Rachier stressed that he is not asking for special treatment for his team. What he wants is fairness for everyone. He said justice must prevail not just for Gor Mahia but for every club in the league. His message was clear: no favors, only honest and consistent refereeing.
Many fans and football followers have shared similar views online. Some say poor officiating has hurt the excitement of the league. Others feel that match results are being affected by simple mistakes that could be avoided with better training for referees.
The chairman’s comments have added pressure on the league’s governing body to act. With the season heading toward a tight finish, calls for improved officiating are getting louder. For now, Rachier has made his position known—fair play is not too much to ask.
