Gor Mahia suffered a contentious 1-0 defeat to Algeria's NA Hussein Dey in a Caf Confederation Cup Group D match played in Algiers on Sunday night, dropping to second place in their group.
The Kenyan champions conceded the only goal of the game in the 10th minute when Abderhamane Yusfi scored after a controversial finish. Video review suggested Samuel Onyango had cleared the ball off the line, but the goal was allowed to stand.
Reserve goalkeeper Fred Odhiambo made two key saves early in the match to keep Gor Mahia in contention, but the hosts dominated possession and created multiple scoring chances. Nicholas Kipkurui and Shafique Batambuze were booked for defensive infractions during the first half.
In the second half, Gor Mahia equalized through Samuel Onyango's header from a Francis Kahata corner, but the goal was inexplicably disallowed. The decision left players and officials frustrated as the team fell to a pivotal loss.
With six points from four games, Gor Mahia now trail NA Hussein Dey in the group, while Zamalek occupy third place and Angola's Petro Atletico remain at the bottom.
