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Sylvester Owino

Sylvester Owino — Gor Mahia defender and captain, sidelined by injury ahead of CECAFA Kagame Cup semi-final.

2026-04-282026-10-29

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  1. October 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … Captain Sylvester Owino echoed his coach’s confidence, pointing to improvements in both attack and defence as key factors behind the team’s positive results. …

    Gor Mahia’s Akonnor banks on squad depth ahead of Homeboyz clash
  3. September 2026
  4. The Standard

    … Captain Sylvester Owino is aware of the challenge and hopes Gor can finally find their scoring touch. …

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

    … Gor captain Sylvester Owino admitted the team must improve its finishing after struggling to score consistently in recent matches. …

    Pyramids wary of Gor Mahia in Nyayo showdown
  6. The Standard

    … Newly appointed captain Sylvester Owino is expected to miss around two months after suffering a severe right calf sprain, leaving vice-captain Mike Kibwage with increased responsibility at the back. …

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

    … Captain Sylvester Owino and Cameroonian forward Patrick Essombe are expected to be out for around three months, while forward Samuel Kapen faces a much longer spell on the sidelines after suffering a complete anterior cruciate ligament tear. …

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

    … The Ghanaian tactician confirmed that injuries to captain Sylvester Owino, Samuel Kapen and Patrick Essombe have disrupted the team's preparations, while defender Felix is also recovering. …

    Gor Mahia seek defensive reinforcement ahead of Al Hilal clash
  10. July 2026
  11. Citizen Digital

    … on and at the same time trying to do well in such a big tournament," Akonnor added.The Ghanaian tactician is also looking ahead to the CAF Champions League campaign, viewing the CECAFA tournament as ideal preparation for continental demands.Newly appointed captain Sylvester Owino …

    Akonnor dares APR as Gor launch Kagame Cup campaign
  12. Citizen Digital

    Gor Mahia pick Sylvester new captain as Philemon bows out By Tony Owori July 21, 2026 04:49 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Sylvester Owino of Gor Mahia FC contest for the ball with a Nairobi United FC play …

    Gor Mahia pick Sylvester new captain as Philemon bows out
  13. June 2026
  14. The Standard

    … At the back, defenders Sylvester Owino, Bryton Onyona, Frank Odhiambo, and Mike Kibwage helped the club concede only 21 goals. …

    Gor Mahia's Akonnor named SportPesa Premier League Coach of the season
  15. April 2026
  16. Citizen Digital

    … Meanwhile, Gor and Harambee Stars defender Sylvester Owino hinted that they are aiming for nothing short of a place in the continental arena. …

    Gor kipper Onyango reveals secret weapon for Mashemeji Derby success

Yesterday

  1. Gor Mahia coach eyes squad rotation ahead of Homeboyz match

    Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor says his team's squad depth will be crucial in their Kenyan Premier League clash against Kakamega Homeboyz at Bukhungu Stadium on Wednesday, with the league leaders hinting at possible starting-line-up changes to give form players opportunities.

    28 October 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. 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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Gor Mahia names Sylvester Owino as new captain

    Kenya Premier League champions Gor Mahia have appointed defender Sylvester Owino as captain following the retirement of Philemon Otieno, with Mike Kibwage and Alpha Onyango named as deputies.

    21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 5 June

  1. Charles Akonnor wins SportPesa Premier League Coach of Season

    Gor Mahia's Charles Akonnor has been named the 2025/26 SportPesa Premier League Coach of the Season after leading the club to the league title in his first year in charge, extending their record to 22 titles. Akonnor, a former Ghana national team coach, beat competition from Sammy Omollo and Fred Ambani, with his side losing only four league matches and maintaining a 61 per cent win rate during the campaign.

    5 June 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Gor Mahia skipper credits preparation for Mashemeji Derby win

    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 →

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