When thousands of Gor Mahia supporters converged at the Tom Mboya statue in Nairobi to celebrate the club’s latest triumph, it was more than just a victory parade. It was a tribute to a man whose influence remains deeply embedded in the foundation of Kenya’s most successful football club. The late Tom Mboya, one of Kenya’s foremost independence heroes and statesmen, played a pivotal role in the formation of Gor Mahia Football Club in 1968. While widely celebrated for his contribution to Kenya’s political and economic development, Mboya’s place in the history of Gor Mahia is equally significant. The Man…
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The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has unveiled the nominees for the 2025/26 SportPesa League Awards, with league champions Gor Mahia strongly represented across the Coach, Defender and Midfielder of the Season categories. Fresh from guiding K’Ogalo to another league title, Charles Akonnor headlines the Coach of the Season shortlist, while Gor Mahia stars Paul Ochuoga and Enock Morrison have earned nominations in their respective categories. Coach of the Season Nominees Three tacticians have been shortlisted for the prestigious Coach of the Season award: Charles Akonnor (Gor Mahia) Fred Ambani (AFC Leopards) Sammy Omollo (APS Bomet Akonnor is widely regarded as…
One of the most memorable moments during Gor Mahia’s trophy presentation was when Musa Shariff broke into the famous Baba dance, instantly taking the crowd down memory lane and bringing smiles to the faces of Baba’s family, Mama Ida ‘Min Piny’ and her son and daughte, Raila Junior and Rosemary. The celebration at Karen home was more than just about winning the league. It was a moment of gratitude as the team, club management, and the entire K’Ogalo fraternity celebrated the fulfillment of the patron’s wish, lifting both the KPL title and the ODM@20 trophy. Love, memories, and deep admiration…
Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor has paid glowing tribute to the club’s supporters, describing them as “positively crazy” and among the most passionate fans he has encountered in football. Speaking during an interview with NTV after guiding K’Ogalo to the 2025/26 FKF Premier League title, the Ghanaian tactician reflected on the overwhelming support the team received during the championship celebrations. “Our people are crazy. They are crazy, positively crazy. They are very passionate, very, very passionate,” Akonnor said with a smile. The coach recounted how fans flooded the streets following Gor Mahia’s title celebrations, turning what should have been…
Gor Mahia patron Eliud Owalo today lifted the spirits of the K’Ogalo family even higher after hosting the newly crowned champions to a vibrant luncheon at Carnivore Restaurant, Nairobi, where he also rewarded the team with a Sh1 million token of appreciation for clinching the 2025/2026 Kenyan Premier League title. The Green Army is still buzzing after K’Ogalo sealed a record-extending 22nd league crown on Sunday at Nyayo National Stadium, where thousands of fans painted the stadium green in a spectacular coronation moment that reaffirmed Gor Mahia’s dominance in Kenyan football. “This Is The Power Of K’Ogalo Family” Speaking during…
