Charles Akonnor — head coach of Gor Mahia, who guided the team to their record-extending 22nd SportPesa Premier League title in 2025–2026 season.
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… This clash of major coaches like Charles Akonnor from Gor Mahia, who won the award in January. …
Humphrey Aroko and Peter Okidi, February's finest for SportPesa League monthly awardsThe Standard
… Gor Mahia coach Charles Akonnor believes the battle will be decided in the mind before anything else. …
It's 'do or die' Mashemeji Derby for AFC and GorGor Mahia patron Eliud Owalo says the club's true test lies in continental performance, challenging the squad to replicate their 1987 African Cup Winners' Cup win after clinching a record-extending 22nd Kenya Premier League title.
17 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Gor Mahia patron Eliud Owalo says the club's true test lies in continental performance, challenging the squad to replicate their 1987 African Cup Winners' Cup win after clinching a record-extending 22nd Kenya Premier League title.
17 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor credited tactical adjustments—shifting from aggressive man-to-man pressing to a pragmatic low-block, transition-heavy style—for helping the team secure their 22nd league title amid competition from AFC Leopards.
3 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
After winning a record 22nd SPL title, Gor Mahia qualified for the CAF Champions League next season. Club patron Eliud Owalo challenged the players to replicate the 1987 CAF Cup Winners Cup victory.
3 June 2026 · The Standard →
The SportPesa Premier League's inaugural Gala Awards will take place tomorrow to honour the league's finest players, coaches, clubs, and fans. Among the night's highlights, Enock Morrison, Jimmy Owili, and Joseph Waithira are shortlisted for Player of the Season, while Charles Akonnor, Fred Ambani, and Sammy Omollo compete for Coach of the Season after Gor Mahia's title-winning campaign.
3 June 2026 · The Standard →
Gor Mahia patron Eliud Owalo has hinted at significant squad changes ahead of their CAF Champions League return, saying the technical bench is working on player recommendations to strengthen areas needed for continental competition.
2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gor Mahia patron Eliud Owalo hosted the Premier League champions at a luncheon to celebrate their season and qualification for next season's CAF Champions League, presenting the squad with one million Kenya shillings and pledging further support.
2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gor Mahia secured the 2025–2026 SportPesa Premier League title with a four-point lead over second-placed AFC Leopards and one match remaining. The club reached 68 points through resilience and a 16-match unbeaten streak between December and April that proved decisive after early-season defeats.
26 May 2026 · The Standard →
Gor Mahia were crowned SportPesa Premier League champions for a record 22nd time after AFC Leopards lost 2-1 to APS Bomet at Kericho Green Stadium. Gor Mahia sealed the title without playing after their own match against Mara Sugar was halted by the Sports Disputes Tribunal.
25 May 2026 · The Standard →
Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor called for focus as his side drew 1-1 with Police FC, remaining seven points clear at the top of the Kenyan Premier League with three wins needed to secure a record-extending 22nd league title.
11 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gor Mahia captain Alpha Onyango, who scored the winning goal in the Mashemeji Derby, attributed the victory to proper planning and coordinated teamwork. Onyango said the technical bench instructed the team to stay focused throughout the match and credited his teammates' combined effort for the success.
28 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kariobangi Sharks' 18-year-old Humphrey Aroko was named player of the month, while Peter Okidi won manager of the month after leading his former team to four wins without conceding a goal in February.
27 April 2026 · The Standard →
Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards meet in the Mashemeji Derby at Nyayo Stadium with the SportPesa Premier League title race on the line. Gor lead the table with 58 points, three ahead of second-placed AFC on 55 points, with fewer than six matches remaining.
26 April 2026 · The Standard →