Harambee Stars kicked off their African Nations Championship (CHAN) debut with a thrilling 1-0 win against the favored DR Congo on Sunday, August 3, at Kasarani Stadium. Austin Odhiambo scored the game’s only goal right before halftime, marking Kenya’s first three points of the tournament and giving coach Benni McCarthy his first official win since taking over in March. As a nice bonus, each player on the Harambee Stars squad will receive Ksh 1 million from President William Ruto, who made that promise just a day earlier. The game started a bit shaky, but Harambee Stars really pulled through against…
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The newly appointed Gor Mahia coach, Charles Kwablan Akonnor, has requested that fans give him time as he aims to construct a strong team that will be unbeatable not only in Kenya but also in Africa. Akonnor was unveiled as the new coach on Friday, and he will be assisted by fellow Ghanaian Bismark Kobi-Mensah as they work to guide Gor Mahia back to winning ways next season. Having previously coached Ghana’s national football team, the Black Stars, Akonnor brings a wealth of experience to his new role. A former midfielder, he spent the majority of his club career in…
Gor Mahia’s Deputy Patron Eliud Owalo officially welcomed the newly-appointed head coach, Charles Akonnor, during a meeting held earlier this evening. The meeting took place just hours after Akonnor’s unveiling, marking a significant moment for the club as it looks to revitalize its fortunes in the competitive football landscape. During the welcome remarks, Owalo expressed his confidence in Akonnor’s abilities, citing his impressive track record as both a player and a coach. “With a chequered career as a long-serving captain and later as coach of Ghana’s Black Stars, I verily believe that Akonnor has the wherewithal and technical capacity to…
Gor Mahia has welcomed Charles Akonnor as their new head coach, along with his assistant, Kobi-Mensah Bismark! This fresh leadership brings a wealth of experience to the club, which has proudly established itself as one of Kenya’s most successful football teams. Charles Akonnor, a former midfielder for the Ghana national team affectionately known as the Black Stars, has had an incredible career both as a player and a coach. Born on March 12, 1974, in Nungua, a lively suburb of Accra, Akonnor kicked off his football journey at the grassroots level, honing his skills with various local clubs. His coaching…
Gor Mahia FC has officially welcomed Ben Owu as their new goalkeeper trainer, a move that signifies a strategic enhancement to their coaching staff. Owu, renowned for his accomplishments as a former Ghana U-17 World Cup winner, arrives with an impressive resume that includes coaching roles at several reputable clubs, such as Sekondi Hasaacas, Medeama SC, and King Faisal Babes. With his extensive experience in fostering young talent and refining goalkeeping techniques, Owu’s appointment is anticipated to significantly strengthen Gor Mahia’s defensive unit as the team prepares for a competitive upcoming season. His deep understanding of the intricacies of goalkeeping,…