Sunday promises to be a huge day for Kenyan football, as the biggest game climbs up the lush hills of Gusii land—the land of bananas, passion, and unmatched football energy. Kenya’s most decorated football club, Gor Mahia, make a highly anticipated return to Kisii to face their once-feared rivals Shabana FC in KPL Matchday 14. This is not just another league fixture, it is a clash loaded with history, pride, and unfinished business. A Rivalry with a Troubled Past The last time these two sides met, the atmosphere turned hostile. What began as fan banter unfortunately escalated into physical confrontations,…
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A political storm is quietly brewing within the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), with Nyanza Region NEC member Collins Kalee now at the centre of what insiders describe as a calculated move to politically neutralise him from the federation’s decision-making structures. Kalee is reportedly facing a possible removal from office, with sidelining him for the remainder of his term increasingly being viewed as a “safer” political option by the FKF national leadership—one that avoids the optics of an outright purge while effectively stripping him of influence. The warning signs became evident on Wednesday when Kalee was conspicuously excluded from a high-level…
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…
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…
