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Charles Akonnor

Also known as: Coach Charles Akonnor · head coach Charles Akonnor · the Ghanaian tactician

Charles Akonnor — head coach of Gor Mahia, overseeing their 2026/27 season including CAF Champions League campaign.

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  1. September 2026
  2. The Standard

    … The Egyptian club arrive in Nairobi as the reigning Champions League champions and will be expected to carry that confidence into the match.But Gor Mahia coach Charles Akonnor believes his players can rise to the occasion if they stay together and make the most of their chances. …

    Litmus tests for Gor and Tusker as Caf campaign kicks off
  3. The Standard

    … Subscribe to our newsletterHe added that his own side was still developing under a new coaching structure and working to establish an identity capable of adapting to different opponents and environments.Gor Mahia coach Charles Akonnor, meanwhile, described the tie as a “litmus te …

    Pyramids wary of Gor Mahia in Nyayo showdown
  4. Citizen Digital

    Akonnor calls for big-game mentality as Gor Mahia prepare for Pyramids By Mkalla wa Mwambodze September 03, 2026 03:28 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Gor Mahia FC head coach Charles Akonnor celebrates vict …

    Akonnor calls for big-game mentality as Gor Mahia prepare for Pyramids
  5. The Standard

    … The first preliminary-round first leg, scheduled for a 3pm kick-off, will demand confidence, discipline and a performance beyond what K’Ogalo displayed in their recent domestic setback against Tusker in the FKF Cup.Coach Charles Akonnor, however, believes his players have prepare …

    Gor Mahia prepare for stern CAF Champions League test against African giants Pyramids
  6. August 2026
  7. Citizen Digital

    Akonnor: Gor Mahia possess enough tools to upset Pyramids FC By Derrick Otieno August 26, 2026 05:56 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Gor Mahia FC head coach Charles Akonnor instruct his players against Kari …

    Akonnor: Gor Mahia possess enough tools to upset Pyramids FC
  8. Citizen Digital

    Gor coach Akonnor denies rift with Siraj, explains Tusker loan move By Angel Shantel August 19, 2026 05:29 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Defender Mohamed Siraj recently joined Tusker FC from Kenya Premier …

    Gor coach Akonnor denies rift with Siraj, explains Tusker loan move
  9. Citizen Digital

    … Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor acknowledged that Migori's two-goal advantage had surprised his side but praised his players for recovering. …

    Migori Youth out to keep Premier League status in debut season - Babu
  10. Citizen Digital

    … Gor Mahia held their nerve to win 4-3 and lift the trophy. window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor …

    Gor Mahia stage second-half comeback to clinch Green Legacy Cup on penalties
  11. Citizen Digital

    Gor Mahia resist interest in key players ahead of demanding season By Milton Ochieng August 11, 2026 03:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Gor Mahia FC head coach Charles Akonnor instruct his players agains …

    Gor Mahia resist interest in key players ahead of demanding season
  12. Citizen Digital

    … 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. …

    Rayon Sports sink Gor Mahia in extra time to lift CECAFA Kagame Cup

Thursday 15 October

  1. Mombasa United lose SPL debut; AFC Leopards draw with Bandari

    Newcomers Mombasa United suffered a 1-0 defeat to Kakamega Homeboyz in their SportPesa Premier League debut, with Charles Momanyi scoring in the 86th minute. In a separate match, AFC Leopards were held to a goalless draw by Bandari at Police Sacco Stadium.

    15 October 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 13 October

  1. Gor Mahia begins KPL title defence against Murang'a Seal

    Gor Mahia launch their 2026/2027 Kenyan Premier League campaign against Murang'a Seal at Nyayo National Stadium on Tuesday, aiming to bounce back from a 7-1 aggregate loss to Egyptian side Pyramids FC in the CAF Champions League and a 2-1 loss to Rayon Sports in the CECAFA Kagame Cup final.

    13 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 23 September

  1. Gor Mahia backs coach Akonnor after CAF Champions League loss

    Gor Mahia have backed head coach Charles Akonnor despite the club's 7-1 aggregate exit from the CAF Champions League preliminary round at the hands of Pyramids FC. Club Secretary General Nicannor Arum said Akonnor should not be blamed, citing his recent league title and run to the regional finals where they lost to Rayon Sports.

    23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 14 September

  1. Akonnor criticises Gor Mahia errors after Egyptian defeat

    Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor criticised his players' individual mistakes after the team's 5-1 defeat to Pyramids FC in the CAF Champions League, saying they conceded four goals due to defensive errors and crashed out 7-1 on aggregate.

    14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Gor Mahia eliminated from CAF Champions League in Cairo

    Gor Mahia crashed out of the CAF Champions League preliminary round after losing 5–1 to Egyptian side Pyramids FC in the second leg, exiting 7–1 on aggregate following a 2–0 first-leg defeat at home.

    14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 13 September

  1. Gor Mahia face Pyramids in Cairo CAF Champions League second leg

    Gor Mahia head 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.

    13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Tusker advances to CAF Confederation Cup second round

    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.

    13 September 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 10 September

  1. Gor Mahia coach demands grit for Pyramids comeback

    Gor Mahia head 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.

    10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Gor and Tusker face uphill battles in CAF continental tie returns

    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.

    8 September 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 7 September

  1. Akonnor confident Gor Mahia can overturn two-goal deficit against Pyramids

    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.

    7 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 6 September

  1. Gor and Tusker begin CAF continental campaigns with tough tests

    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.

    6 September 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 5 September

  1. Pyramids captain warns team not to underestimate Gor Mahia

    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.

    5 September 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 3 September

  1. Akonnor urges Gor Mahia to show quality against Pyramids

    Gor Mahia head 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.

    3 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Gor Mahia face Pyramids FC in CAF Champions League first leg

    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.

    3 September 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Akonnor backs Gor Mahia to challenge Pyramids FC

    Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor says the team has what it takes to overcome Egyptian giants Pyramids FC in the first preliminary round of the 2026/27 CAF Champions League, with the first leg scheduled for September 6 at Nyayo National Stadium.

    26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Gor coach denies rift with Siraj over Tusker loan

    Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor said defender Mohamed Siraj's loan move to Tusker FC was driven by the player's desire for regular playing time, not by any disagreement between them. Siraj had previously spent time on loan at KCB before returning to Gor Mahia and playing in the CECAFA Kagame Cup.

    19 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 17 August

  1. Newly promoted Migori Youth targets top-flight survival in debut season

    Migori Youth, promoted to the FKF Premier League after finishing with 81 points in the National Super League, are preparing for their maiden campaign in the top flight. Head coach Salim Babu said the team is focusing on building confidence and avoiding relegation, drawing encouragement from a 2-2 draw against champions Gor Mahia in the Green Legacy Cup.

    17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 16 August

  1. Gor Mahia wins Green Legacy Cup on penalties after comeback

    Gor Mahia came from two goals down to draw 2–2 with Migori Youth, then won 4–3 on penalties to lift the Green Legacy Cup at Nyayo National Stadium on August 16.

    16 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 11 August

  1. Gor Mahia refuses to sell players amid CAF Champions League preparation

    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.

    11 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 7 August

  1. Rayon Sports defeat Gor Mahia in CECAFA Kagame Cup final

    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.

    7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Gor Mahia aim for first CECAFA Kagame Cup title in 41 years

    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.

    7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Gor Mahia seek first Cecafa Kagame Cup title since 1985

    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.

    7 August 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 6 August

  1. Gor Mahia drawn against Pyramids in CAF Champions League qualifiers

    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.

    6 August 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Gor Mahia coach says Cecafa Cup aids CAF Champions League prep

    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.

    5 August 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Gor Mahia targets defensive recruits before Al Hilal match

    Gor Mahia head 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.

    4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 30 July

  1. Gor Mahia beats Garde Republicaine to reach CECAFA semi-finals

    Gor Mahia secured a 1-0 victory over Garde Republicaine in their Group A final match of the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup, topping the group on goal difference with six points to advance to the semifinals. Striker Paul Okoth scored the decisive goal in the 4th minute.

    30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Gor Mahia face Djibouti's Garde in CECAFA Kagame Cup

    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.

    30 July 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 25 July

  1. Gor Mahia opens CECAFA Kagame Cup with 5-0 rout of APR

    Gor Mahia defeated hosts APR FC 5-0 in their opening Group A match of the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup on Friday at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, Rwanda, with goals from Michael Kibwage, Patrick Essombe, Paul Okoth Odhiambo, Lesley Otieno Owino, and Ebenezer Assifuah-Inkoom.

    25 July 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 24 July

  1. Gor Mahia launch Kagame Cup campaign against APR FC

    Gor Mahia head 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.

    24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 7 June

  1. Ruto pledges government support for Kenyan sports

    President William Ruto pledged continued government support for Kenyan sports teams and athletes competing internationally, saying the country is committed to strengthening sports infrastructure, talent development and commercialization. Speaking at Gor Mahia's Kenya Premier League trophy celebration, Ruto praised the club's record-extending 22nd league championship as a symbol of excellence and resilience.

    7 June 2026 · The Standard →

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