The use of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has ignited renewed debate over fairness, transparency, and consistency in modern football, with growing voices arguing that African football is setting the standard while Europe lags behind. Observers and fans following AFCON closely have noted a striking difference in how VAR is applied compared to major European leagues and competitions. In AFCON, VAR decisions have been widely praised for being neutral, open, and focused purely on justice rather than reputation or commercial value. Unlike in Europe, where VAR is often accused of protecting so-called “big…
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The departure of Austin Odhiambo has left a deep emotional and tactical gap in the Gor Mahia squad, and every true K’Ogalo fan feels it. Austin wasn’t just a midfielder, he was the heartbeat of our play, the link between midfield and attack, the player who could unlock defenses when things got tough. Head coach Charles Akonnor has now broken his silence, confirming that the club will bring in one or two new players to reinforce the squad following Austin’s exit. Speaking to Daily Nation, Akonnor paid special tribute to the midfielder who gave his best years to the Green…
Gor Mahia have bolstered their midfield ranks with the signing of Posta Rangers midfielder Jackson Dwang on a two-year contract. Confirming the move through their official social media platforms, K’Ogalo announced that the deal was completed during the ongoing mid-season transfer window. “We are pleased to announce a new addition to the team in this mid-season transfer window. Welcome to Gor Mahia, Jackson Dwang. The midfielder from Posta Rangers has penned a two-year deal to be part of us,” read the club’s statement. Dwang joins the record Kenyan champions after an impressive spell at Posta Rangers, where his composure, work…
Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Hussein Mohammed on Tuesday held consultative talks with Nyanza delegates in Nairobi, culminating in a firm resolution on the future of FKF CEO Harold Ndege. According to resolutions reached at the meeting, Ndege will be dismissed if he fails to tender his resignation by January 15, the date scheduled for the next FKF National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting. To avoid a potentially contentious removal, a section of NEC members has been mandated to engage Ndege and persuade him to step aside voluntarily ahead of the meeting. The move signals growing internal pressure within the federation…
Making his first start of the season, the K’Ogalo captain rolled back the years and delivered a masterclass as Gor Mahia hammered Kariobangi Sharks 4-1 on Tuesday night. Calm, commanding, and fearless, this was leadership in its rawest form. Coach Charles Akonnor could not hide his joy after the final whistle: “I am so happy with Philemon. It was his first start and he had a very good game. He has been a loyal servant of this team and deserves all the good things.” And truly, who deserves it more? From the first whistle to the last, Otieno marshalled the…