… He officiated Real Madrid’s meeting with RB Salzburg and Juventus’ clash against Urawa Red Diamonds.The Kenyan has also gained valuable experience in major CAF competitions, including the Africa Cup of Nations and CAF Champions League matches involving leading clubs such as Al Ah …
… Gor Mahia Secretary General Nicanor Arum says the club is reluctant to release players still under contract as the Kenyan champions prepare for a demanding season that includes the CAF Champions League and the defence of their domestic title. …
… Undeterred, Mosimane became coach of Pretoria club Mamelodi Sundowns and led them to numerous triumphs, most notably winning the 2016 CAF Champions League. …
… The defeat extends Gor Mahia's wait for a first CECAFA Kagame Cup title since 1985, although Charles Akonnor's side can take plenty of positives from an encouraging campaign as they turn their attention to the CAF Champions League. …
… Victory would see Gor Mahia lift their first CECAFA Kagame Cup title since 1985, bringing an end to a four-decade wait before turning their attention to the upcoming CAF Champions League campaign.
… That is a very good sign of a good team," said Akonnor.The Ghanaian tactician believes the tournament has already achieved one of its main objectives by preparing the team for the upcoming CAF Champions League campaign. …
Audio By VocalizeGor Mahia players during the Cecafa Kagame Cup semis in Rwanda. [Gor Mahia FC] Gor Mahia will face a tough test in the opening round of the 2026-2027 CAF Champions League after being drawn against Egyptian giants Pyramids FC. …
Audio By VocalizeGor Mahia coach Charles Akonnor believes the ongoing Cecafa Kagame Cup has given his side the perfect platform to prepare for the upcoming CAF Champions League qualifiers after K’Ogalo booked a place in the tournament final. …
… Akonnor said the club has already identified a centre-back to strengthen the squad ahead of the new FKF Premier League and CAF Champions League campaigns. …
Gor Mahiahead coach Charles Akonnor prepares his side to face Pyramids FC in the second leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary round at the 30 June Stadium in Cairo, seeking redemption after losing the first encounter 2-0 in Nairobi. Akonnor plans tactical adjustments while emphasizing defensive solidity and strategic attacking, acknowledging the team still has a chance despite the deficit.
Gor Mahiahead coach Charles Akonnor prepares his side to face Pyramids FC in the second leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary round at the 30 June Stadium in Cairo, seeking redemption after losing the first encounter 2-0 in Nairobi. Akonnor plans tactical adjustments while emphasizing defensive solidity and strategic attacking, acknowledging the team still has a chance despite the deficit.
Tusker progressed in the CAF Confederation Cup after a 1-0 home win over Al-Ahli Wad Medani in the return leg, securing a 3-2 aggregate victory. The brewers will face either Singida Black Stars or Al-Ghazal in the second round as they pursue a group stage place.
Pyramids FC of Egypt defeated Gor Mahia FC 2–0 in the first round of the 2026 CAF Champions League at Nyayo Stadium. The article notes that Kenyan clubs have struggled historically against Egyptian opponents in continental competitions and that no Kenyan club has ever defeated an Egyptian club on Egyptian soil.
Gor Mahiahead coach Charles Akonnor has called for fierce determination and absolute concentration ahead of the second-leg CAF Champions League clash against Egypt's Pyramids FC on Sunday. The Kenyan champions lost 2-0 at home and must defeat Pyramids by three clear goals in Cairo to advance to the next round.
Gor Mahia lost 2-0 to Egyptian champions Pyramids FC in their CAF Champions League first preliminary round first leg, while Tusker drew 2-2 with Sudanese side Al-Ahli Madani in the CAF Confederation Cup first leg played in Rwanda. Both Kenyan sides face crucial return matches next weekend to keep their continental campaigns alive.
Gor Mahia lost 2-0 to Egypt's Pyramids FC in the first leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary-round tie at Nyayo Stadium, but head coach Charles Akonnor believes his side can overturn the deficit in next Sunday's return leg in Cairo. Akonnor attributed the defeat to Pyramids' greater experience and match sharpness from having played several league matches already this season.
Gor Mahia host reigning CAF Champions League champions Pyramids FC in a preliminary round first leg at Nyayo Stadium, while Tusker begin their Confederation Cup campaign against Al Ahli Madani in Kigali, Rwanda. Gor coach Charles Akonnor describes the Pyramids match as a "litmus test" for his team's readiness.
Pyramids FC, fresh from winning the African champions title, face Kenyan champions Gor Mahia in a CAF Champions League preliminary-round first leg at Nyayo National Stadium. The Egyptian side's captain Mohamed Dudu El Gabbas cautioned his teammates to expect a serious test and match Gor Mahia's intensity.
Gor Mahiahead coach Charles Akonnor has called on his players to demonstrate their abilities in the CAF Champions League encounter against Egyptian side Pyramids FC at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday, noting that national team coaches will be watching and the match is an important platform beyond a normal league fixture.
Gor Mahia begin their CAF Champions League campaign against Egyptian giants Pyramids FC at Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday. Coach Charles Akonnor says the team has prepared well on tactics, fitness and mentality for the preliminary-round first leg.
Stephen Yiembe will become the first Kenyan match official to participate in a UEFA competition when he serves as second assistant referee in the UEFA Super Cup between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa, part of an all-East African officiating team led by Somalia's Omar Artan.
Gor Mahia have ruled out releasing key players under contract despite foreign clubs expressing interest following the team's run to the CECAFA Kagame Cup final. The club says it needs a strong squad for upcoming CAF Champions League matches and defence of their domestic title.
The South African national football association has approved Pitso Mosimane as the successor to Belgian coach Hugo Broos, pending the conclusion of salary negotiations. Mosimane, 62, will take on a second spell as South Africa coach after previously being fired in 2012.
Rayon Sports won the CECAFA Kagame Cup after beating Gor Mahia 2-1 in extra time at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Friday. Kameni Herman gave Rayon Sports the lead in the 28th minute before Sharif Musa equalised for Gor Mahia in the 55th minute, with the hosts scoring the decisive goal in extra time.
Gor Mahia will face hosts Rayon Sports in Friday's CECAFA Kagame Cup final, seeking to end a 41-year wait for regional glory. Head coach Charles Akonnor expressed confidence after the team topped their group and defeated Al Hilal in the semi-finals.
Gor Mahia will face Rwanda's Rayon Sports in today's Cecafa Kagame Cup final, seeking to end a 41-year title drought dating back to their 1985 victory. The FKF Premier League champions reached the final after defeating Al Hilal 8-7 on penalties following a 1-1 draw.
Gor Mahia will face Egyptian champions Pyramids FC in the opening round of the 2026-2027 CAF Champions League, with the first leg at home between September 4–6. The winner will advance to the second preliminary round.
Gor Mahia coach Charles Akonnor believes the Cecafa Kagame Cup has provided vital competitive preparation as the Kenyan champions advance to the tournament final and prepare for CAF Champions League qualifiers. Gor Mahia reached the final after beating Sudan's Al Hilal 8-7 on penalties following a 1-1 draw.
Bubista, 56, who led Cape Verde to the World Cup knockout stage in 2026, has been appointed head coach of Morocco's RS Berkane. The Cape Verde football federation has not yet announced whether he will continue in his role with the national team.
Gor Mahiahead coach Charles Akonnor says the team is seeking to strengthen their defence ahead of Tuesday's CECAFA Kagame Cup semi-final against Al Hilal in Kigali, after injuries to captain Sylvester Owino, Samuel Kapen, and Patrick Essombe disrupted preparations. The club has identified a centre-back prospect and hopes management will finalize the signing before the FKF Premier League and CAF Champions League campaigns.
Gor Mahia must beat Djibouti's Garde Républicaine in their final Group A match of the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup on Thursday to keep alive their semi-finals hopes. The Kenyan champions sit second with three points after a 5-0 victory over APR and a 1-0 stoppage-time defeat to Uganda's Vipers.
Gor Mahiahead coach Charles Akonnor says the team will field a more settled starting eleven in tonight's CECAFA Kagame Cup Group A opener against Rwandan giants APR FC at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, having learned from their recent 2-0 friendly loss to Rayon Sports. The Kenyan champions are seeking to end a 41-year trophy drought in the regional competition.
Nairobi United Football Club, which finished fourth in their inaugural Kenya Premier League season, aims to challenge for the league title in their second season. Head coach Osborne Monday said the team expects to finish in a higher position and compete for a CAF Champions League spot.
Gor Mahia, Kenya's record Football Kenya Federation Premier League champions, have received a boost ahead of their return to the CAF Champions League with sponsors Kansai Plascon Kenya launching a fan-driven initiative called Wallcover K'Ogalo Edition, which will direct a percentage of proceeds toward the club's 2026/27 continental campaign.
Kenyan Premier League champions Gor Mahia have unveiled "Wallcover K'Ogalo Edition," a fan-driven initiative sponsored by Kansai Plascon Kenya that allows supporters to financially support the club's CAF Champions League campaign through product purchases, with a percentage of proceeds going toward the continental competition.
Gor Mahia have unveiled "Wallcover K'Ogalo Edition," a fan-driven initiative in partnership with sponsor Kansai Plascon Kenya, where a percentage of proceeds from sales will support the club's CAF Champions League campaign beginning in September.
Hugo Broos has exited as South Africa's head coach, with the Belgian offered a different role such as advisor. Multiple candidates, including Pitso Mosimane, have applied to succeed him as national coach.
Kenya Premier League champions Gor Mahia will play Rwandan club Rayon Sports in an all-expenses-paid friendly match on July 18 in Kigali as part of Rayon Sports' annual Rayon Day celebrations and season launch.
Ahmed Fathi, newly unveiled Egyptian head coach of Shabana FC, has declared his ambition to guide the club to the Kenya Premier League title and CAF Champions League qualification, emphasizing hard work and commitment as the foundation for success.
Gor Mahia have released goalkeeper Gad Mathew following the expiry of his contract at the technical bench's recommendation. The club is considering replacing him with AFC Leopards' Francis Katasi among other goalkeepers.