The gaffer says Gor Mahia is ready to shine as Premier League kickoff nears
Gor Mahia head coach Jonathan McKinstry has opened up about the team's preparations ahead of the 2023/2024 Football Kenya Federation Premier League season.
The defending champions are gearing up for their opening clash against Sofapaka next Sunday, and the Irishman is determined to lead his team to another successful campaign.
09:16 - 20.08.2023
VOLLEYBALL Malkia Strikers aim to preserve perfect record against Lesotho at African Nations Championships
The Kenyan queens have so far cast aside their first four rivals and can add the Southern Africans to their list of casualties on Sunday
With just a week left for the league to kick off, McKinstry took to Twitter to share his thoughts, saying, "We enter the final week of Football Kenya Federation Premier League preparations in a determined mood.
“Still plenty for Gor Mahia to do, but we are on the right track as we work to retain the championship."
09:00 - 20.08.2023
ATHLETICS So far so good, says Faith Kipyegon after strolling to victory in 1500m heats
Kipyegon began her quest for double gold in Budapest, cruising through her 1500m heat and winning in a time of 4:02.62.
One of the notable highlights of Gor Mahia's preseason activities has been the recruitment of new talent.
The club has added six fresh faces to their roster, aiming to strengthen their position in the league.
08:46 - 20.08.2023
CAF CC Homeboyz coach Patrick Odhiambo criticizes indecisiveness in draw against Al Hilal
Homeboyz had several opportunities to get the winning goal but fluffed their lines, something that made head coach Patrick Odhiambo unhappy.
Among the new recruits are goalkeeper Kevin Omondi from Sofapaka, midfielders Kevin Juma from Nzoia Sugar and Lawrence Juma from AS Kigali, as well as defenders Kennedy Onyango from Nairobi City Stars, Rooney Onyango from Wazito, and Alvin Ochieng from FC Talanta.
Despite facing a transfer ban in the previous season, the team integrated several young players who have now solidified their positions in the squad.
08:46 - 20.08.2023
CAF CC Homeboyz coach Patrick Odhiambo criticizes indecisiveness in draw against Al Hilal
Homeboyz had several opportunities to get the winning goal but fluffed their lines, something that made head coach Patrick Odhiambo unhappy.
Goalkeepers Caleb Otieno and Dolph Owino, full-backs Paul Ochuoga, Jerome Bryson Wangai, and Gilbert Otieno, as well as forwards Parmenas Ochola and Lloyd Khavuchi, have all retained their status from the previous season.
The core of the championship-winning squad remains largely intact, with Coach McKinstry opting to maintain faith in his title-winning players.
08:00 - 20.08.2023
STARS ABROAD Confirmed: Injury knocks Joseph Okumu out of Reims’ Ligue 1 clash against Clermont Foot
The Harambee Stars defender has been left out of the squad for Sunday’s clash after failing to win the fitness race due to a hamstring injury
Benson Omalla, who was the top scorer of the previous season, and influential attacking midfielder Austin Odhiambo, both pivotal to the team's success, are confirmed mainstays in the squad.
Leadership within the team continues to be anchored by the experienced duo of Philemon Otieno and Geoffrey Ochieng, who serve as captains.
07:30 - 20.08.2023
ATHLETICS What to expect as the World Championships enter day two
Ferdinand Omanyala, Nicholas Kimeli, and Faith Kipyegon are some of the Kenyans who will be in action as the World Championships enter the second day.
Assisting them is long-serving club disciple Earnest Wendo, who holds the role of Assistant Captain.