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AFC Leopards and Gor Mahia's shared history has changed Kenyan politics and sports

The Mashemeji derby is one of Africa's biggest rivalries. Previously referred to as the Nairobi derby or Ingo-Dala derby, is the name of the local derby between two major association football teams in Nairobi: A.F.C. Leopards and Gor Mahia.

It is the oldest rivalry in Kenyan football history and for both Leopards and Gor, often referred to by their nicknames, Ingwe and K'Ogalo, respectively; recognise each other as archrivals.

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