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Charles Okere

Head coach of Bandari FC, appointed in July 2026 from Tusker FC, targeting league title in 2026/27 season.

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  1. October 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … Bandari coach Charles Okere responded with second-half substitutions, introducing Lawrence Okoth, Keith Imbali and Beja Nyamawi in an attempt to find a winning goal. …

    Bandari held to goalless draw by 10-man Posta Rangers in Mombasa
  3. Citizen Digital

    … Head coach Charles Okere is, however, confident his side can rise to the occasion against a Gor Mahia team that has won its opening two league matches, insisting Bandari are ready for the challenge. …

    Boost for Bandari as Nyamawi, Ngeleka return ahead of Gor Mahia clash
  4. Citizen Digital

    … His Bandari counterpart, Charles Okere, expressed disappointment with the result, saying his side had controlled much of the match but failed to convert its chances. …

    Wasteful Bandari FC held by 3K FC at Mbaraki
  5. Citizen Digital

    … Speaking to journalists after Saturday morning training, head coach Charles Okere said the result against AFC Leopards provided valuable lessons, despite his side's failure to convert their scoring opportunities. …

    Bandari target maximum points against 3K
  6. Citizen Digital

    … His sentiments were echoed by Bandari FC head coach Charles Okere, who congratulated their Mombasa neighbours, noting that having two teams from the coastal city in the top flight would boost the region’s football development and give local players greater exposure. …

    Bandari ace Hassan eyes Harambee Stars return for AFCON 2027
  7. Citizen Digital

    Bandari target winning start against AFC Leopards as title ambitions grow By Mark Mutuku October 12, 2026 02:20 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Bandari FC coach Charles Okere at the Mbaraki Sports Ground in …

    Bandari target winning start against AFC Leopards as title ambitions grow
  8. September 2026
  9. Citizen Digital

    Okere hails Bandari’s new season readiness after Police test By Geoffrey Mwamburi September 22, 2026 03:58 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Bandari and AFC Leopards players in action during a league match at …

    Okere hails Bandari’s new season readiness after Police test
  10. Citizen Digital

    Bandari’s Okere says delayed KPL kick-off hurting Kenyan football By Mark Mutuku September 04, 2026 06:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Bandari Fc head coach Charles Okere congratulates Ezekiel Nguwa of L …

    Bandari’s Okere says delayed KPL kick-off hurting Kenyan football
  11. August 2026
  12. Citizen Digital

    Bandari FC coach Charles Okere aiming for KPL title ahead of new season By Mark Mutuku August 26, 2026 12:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Bandari FC head coach Charles Okere says his si …

    Bandari FC coach Charles Okere aiming for KPL title ahead of new season
  13. July 2026
  14. Citizen Digital

    Ex-Tusker coach Okere appointed Bandari FC head coach By Mark Mutuku July 13, 2026 04:10 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Bandari FC head coach Charles Okere speaking during a past coaching course session. …

    Ex-Tusker coach Okere appointed Bandari FC head coach

Wednesday 28 October

  1. Bandari draws with 10-man Posta Rangers in Kenya Premier League

    Bandari FC were held to a 0-0 draw by Posta Rangers at Mbaraki Sports Ground in Mombasa, despite dominating the match and playing against 10 men for more than 40 minutes. Bandari remain without a win in the 2026/27 Kenya Premier League season.

    28 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 22 October

  1. Bandari recover striker, goalkeeper for Gor Mahia fixture

    Bandari FC will face Gor Mahia on Saturday boosted by the return of striker Beja Nyamawi and goalkeeper Alain Ngeleka from injury and illness. The Dockers, winless in their opening two league matches, are seeking their first victory of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League season.

    22 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 19 October

  1. Bandari FC draws 1-1 with 3K FC in Premier League

    Bandari FC conceded a late equaliser to draw 1-1 against 3K FC at Mbaraki Sports Ground in Mombasa, dropping points in the 2026/27 Kenya Premier League season. Sally Ali struck in stoppage time to earn 3K FC a point after David Ambulu had given Bandari the lead in the 43rd minute.

    19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 17 October

  1. Bandari target victory against newcomers 3K FC

    Bandari FC, after drawing 0–0 with AFC Leopards in their opening match, are preparing for their first home game of the 2026/27 Kenya Premier League season against league newcomers 3K FC on Monday at Mbaraki Sports Ground. Head coach Charles Okere said his team implemented their game plan but needs to be more clinical in front of goal.

    17 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 13 October

  1. Bandari midfielder Hassan targets AFCON 2027 squad selection

    Bandari FC attacking midfielder Abdallah Hassan, who has 19 appearances and six goals for Harambee Stars, aims to impress national team selectors through consistent performances this season to earn a place in Kenya's squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

    13 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 12 October

  1. Bandari targets league title in AFC Leopards opener

    Bandari FC head coach Charles Okere says his team is ready to launch its FKF Premier League campaign with a win against AFC Leopards in Nairobi on Wednesday, after a productive pre-season. The Dockers, who finished 12th last season, are targeting a strong campaign to compete for the league title.

    12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 22 September

  1. Bandari FC coach assesses squad after Police friendly win

    Bandari FC head coach Charles Okere said a 2-0 pre-season friendly victory against Kenya Police provided an opportunity to evaluate his squad ahead of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League season, which was postponed. Alex Kipruto and Lawrence Okoth scored in the match at Police Sacco Stadium.

    22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 4 September

  1. Bandari coach urges urgent resolution to delayed KPL season

    Bandari FC head coach Charles Okere has warned that prolonged uncertainty over the start of the new league season is placing psychological and financial pressure on players and clubs. Court cases involving Kariobangi Sharks' relegation challenge have thrown the season kickoff into disarray.

    4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Bandari FC coach targets title in new KPL season

    Bandari FC head coach Charles Okere says the team is fully prepared for the new Kenya Premier League season, with players fit and ready to open against AFC Leopards this weekend. Okere expressed concern about legal disputes affecting league preparations, but believes all KPL teams are ready to begin.

    26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 13 July

  1. Bandari FC appoints ex-Tusker coach Charles Okere

    Bandari FC have named former Tusker FC tactician Charles Okere as head coach, succeeding Bernard Mwalala. Okere was assistant coach at Tusker during their Football Kenya Premier League title wins in 2020/21 and 2023.

    13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 15 June

  1. Ian Simiyu scores twice as Tusker wins FKF Cup

    Tusker FC won the 2026 FKF Cup, defeating Kenya Police FC 2-1 in the final at Kwale Stadium on June 14, with forward Ian Simiyu scoring both goals. The victory secured Tusker their first domestic cup title since 2016, a KSh3 million prize, and a place in next season's CAF Confederation Cup.

    15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 14 June

  1. Julien Mette guides Tusker FC to FKF Cup final victory

    Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette led the club to a 2-1 victory over Kenya Police FC in the FKF Cup final on June 14, securing KSh3 million in prize money and qualification for next season's CAF Confederation Cup. Mette's turnaround came just four months after his arrival in February, when Tusker were languishing in 10th place after losing eight of their first 20 league matches.

    14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 4 June

  1. Tusker confident ahead of FKF Cup final against Police

    Tusker Football Club assistant head coach Anthony Kimani expressed confidence ahead of the FKF Cup final against Police FC scheduled for June 14, 2026, in Kwale County, stating the team has worked on addressing defensive and attacking weaknesses that affected their league performance.

    4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 28 May

  1. Tusker coach urges recovery after back-to-back league losses

    Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette called for improved performance after his side suffered a 2-0 loss to Ulinzi Stars on Wednesday, following a 1-0 defeat to Bandari on Saturday. Mette criticized his team's poor display and wants the remaining league match to serve as preparation for the upcoming FKF Cup final.

    28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 21 May

  1. Tusker coach demands sharper finishing for FKF Cup final

    Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette says the team must improve their clinical finishing ahead of the FKF Cup final on 14 June, after the Brewers advanced by defeating KCB FC 4-3 on penalties following a goalless draw.

    21 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 14 May

  1. Tusker coach urges calm ahead of FKF Cup semi-final against KCB

    Head coach Julien Mette told Tusker players to keep calm and stay mentally prepared as they face KCB in an FKF Cup semi-final on Saturday at Nyayo Stadium. Tusker, currently seventh in the league with one win in their last four matches, are seeking to end a troubled season by winning the cup.

    14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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