Today marks a pivotal moment for Gor Mahia, as it is the final day for applications for the prestigious head coach position. The club is in a race against time to assemble a solid technical bench in preparation for the highly anticipated 2025/26 season. The Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) giants made headlines last week with the announcement of the coaching vacancy, yet they have remained discreet about the number of applicants and their identities. Anticipation is building among fans and stakeholders alike, as it’s expected that some of Africa’s most renowned tacticians will throw their hats into the…
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Kenya have offered visa-free entry for fans, media, and anyone involved in the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) and the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This move is part of a larger effort in East Africa to make it easier for people to cross borders during these big tournaments. Uganda has already set up a similar visa waiver, and Tanzania is expected to jump on board soon. Kenya’s national team, the Harambee Stars, is gearing up for their first-ever CHAN tournament, which features players from local leagues. They’ve been placed in Group A with Morocco, DR Congo, Zambia, and…
Former Gor Mahia striker Benson Omalla has officially joined Cambodian side Visakha FC on a three-year contract. He departed Kenya on Thursday, July 3, marking an important step in his career as he pursues his dream of playing football overseas. Visakha FC, also known as Vĭsakha Football Club, is a professional football team based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Founded in 2014, the club has rapidly established itself as a significant contender in the Cambodian football landscape. They are recognised for their striking blue and yellow colours, which have become synonymous with the club, and they boast a dedicated and passionate…
Kenya all-time champions Gor Mahia have placed an advertisement for a qualified coach to help improve the team. They have opened the application window for interested candidates. The club announced the head coach position on their official Facebook page and invited qualified candidates to apply. To qualify, applicants must have either a CAF A Pro Diploma or a UEFA Pro Licence. The club is looking for candidates with a strong track record in competitive leagues, good leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage athletes under pressure. Candidates should also know modern football tactics, sports science, and data analytics.…
Gor Mahia forward Benson Omalla has left the club to pursue a new opportunity abroad. The striker left the country on Thursday, July 3, to make his dream of securing a move overseas a reality. Omalla rejoined Gor Mahia after a challenging spell abroad with Lebanese Premier League side Al-Safa. His move to the Lebanese club came after a previous attempt to join the Algerian side JS Saoura fell through due to paperwork delays. However, Omalla’s time in Lebanon was short and troubled, marked by unpaid wages and security concerns. The Lebanese Premier League had been suspended due to military…