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Gor Mahia's Mathews reveals Khune, Origi inspiration and talks superstition

Gor Mahia goalkeeper Gad Mathews has revealed his football role models and whether he believes in pre-match superstitions.

Mathews has pointed out Harambee Stars goalkeeper Arnold Origi and Anthony Akumu's teammate at Premier Soccer League side Kaizer Chiefs, Itumeleng Khune are the players he looks up to.

"Actually, I have a mentor and a role model; Arnold Origi has been my mentor and Itumeleng Khune [of Kaizer Chiefs] is my role model," Mathews told Gor Mahia's website.

On whether he believes in any form of superstition, Mathews said he does not as his focus is always on the upcoming matchday engagement.