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Why Mashemeji Derby could decide Premier League champion

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Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards players confront the referee during last year's Mashemeji Derby at Nyayo Stadium. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

For the first time in decades, the Mashemeji Derby is likely to decide who will be crowned the 2025-2026 SportPesa Premier League champion.

While a champion won’t be crowned on Sunday, the winner of the 99th derby will surely build momentum towards the remaining five matches.

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