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Gor Mahia have slashed the price of their new jerseys in a special Christmas offer to sour up sales and to say thank you to the fans during this festive season, according to the club’s Treasurer Sally Bollo. The iconic Macron-made jerseys which were initially selling at Ksh5,000 per piece will now go for Ksh3,000 for registered members and Ksh3,500 for the rest. “Please, grab a jersey for your family, friends and loved ones. The jerseys are available at our offices and you can purchase through Paybill number 897260 – Account number is your ID numbers followed by GJ at…

Visiting Asante Kotoko have bemoaned a “small” bus they were provided with at the airport when they landed in the Nairobi Wednesday. The Kumasi-based record Ghanaian champions were also displeased with the training facility they were offered at Goan Institute in Pangani. The Porcupine Warriors are in the country for Saturday’s Confederation Cup first round first leg clash against Kariobangi Sharks at the Kasarani Stadium. “We are concentrating on why we came to Kenya and there’s no panic here just that the bus they gave us is not good; a very small bus which we have requested for a new…

AFC Leopards coach Nikola Kavazovic has deactivated his Twitter account @kavaz011 after insulting the club’s Organizing Secretary Timothy Lilumbi. The Serbian on Monday tweeted “because of these Lilumbis, who can put so much stupidity in one sentence I left.” Nikola was referring to a statement made by the official that he (Nikola) was free to leave the club so long as he returns sign on fee he was paid. The former Botswana’s Township Rollers gaffer has since deactivated his Twitter account following a backlash from many who viewed his tweet as disrespectful to his employer. Respectable voice in African football…

Gor Mahia hammered Zoo FC 4-0 in the Kenyan Premier League to record their first win of the season at the Kasarani Stadium on Jamhuri Day. Ivorian striker Ephrem Guikan grabbed a brace with Samuel Onyango and Erissa Ssekisambu netting a goal each for the humongous win. Gor Mahia lost their season opener 2-1 away to Bandari in Mombasa over the weekend and today’s victory was coach Hassan Oktay’s first since joining the club last week. Guikan got the opener with just a minute on the clock before completing his brace from the spot in the 16th minute. Onyango made…

Thika United are passionately appealing for financial help from well-wishers more specifically from the Mount Kenya region. The club recently lost their shirt sponsorship deal with Brookside Dairy following their relegation to the National Super League from the Kenyan Premier and are now on the brink of total collapse. “Our budget in the 206/17 season was Ksh25 million but the sponsor offered only Ksh10 million, that tell you how tough it has been,” Michael Muriuki, the club’s director told Citizen TV. “I’m calling upon well-wishers especially from the mountain region to come to our rescue. We have so many talented…

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Victor Wanyama is among sportsmen and women set to receive the Head of State Commendation (HSC) from President Uhuru Kenyatta. Former marathon great Tegla Loroupe will also be feted alongside the late legendary boxer Robert Wangila Napunyi. The ceremony to award them plus other distinguished Kenyans will take place at the State House after today’s Jamhuri Day celebrations currently ongoing at the Nyayo Stadium. HSC recognizes outstanding or distinguished services rendered to the nation in various capacities and responsibilities. Wanyama has been a shining light in Kenyan football and recently led the Harambee Stars in qualifying for…

Tottenham Hotspur and Ivory Coast defender Serge Aurier has termed “stupid” a decision to offer the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) hosting rights to Cameroon. After taking away the 2019 AFCON from Cameroon for unpreparedness, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) offered them the 2021 hosting rights which were initially awarded to Ivory Coast. A leaked confidential letter from CAF boss Ahmad to Cameroon’s Head of State Paul Biya indicated that “the CAF Executive Committee will be honored to see Cameroon hosting the 2021 edition.” “It will allow Cameroon to complete in comfort all its projects and security issues.”…

Kariabangi Sharks have managed to secure a broadcast deal for Saturday’s CAF Confederation Cup first round tie against Ghana’s Kumasi Asante Kotoko. Chinese pay TV giants StarTimes will beam the game live across Africa from the Kasarani Stadium starting 3.00pm Kenyan time. “All parties, including crew who will produce the game, have agreed and everything is set to have fans across Africa especially from Kenya and Ghana enjoy the game on TV,” a close source told Kahawa Tungu. The return leg next week will also be live from Ghana on the same platform. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) allows…

Yaya Toure has left Olympiakos of Greek three months after returning to the club for a second stint. In a statement, the club disclosed that decision was mutual and the Ivorian is “leaving as a friend.” Read: KPL Transfers – Gor Mahia’s Innocent Wafula Fails To Show Up For Contract Talks “Olympiakos and Yaya Toure would like to announce to the fans that they have mutually agreed to end their cooperation,” the club said. “Yaya is leaving as a friend and the doors at Olympiakos will always be open for him. Our paths will surely cross again.” The 35-year old former…

Gor Mahia’s second league match against Zoo on Jamhuri Day has been moved to the Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi from Machakos’ Kenyatta Stadium where it was initially booked. The game’s kick-off time has also been pushed back to 4.00pm from an hour earlier than it was previously scheduled. Both sides will be gunning for their maiden wins in the new Kenyan Premier League 2018-19 season following week one loses over the weekend. Gor Mahia, who are the defending champions lost 2-1 away to Bandari in Mombasa, while Nzoia Sugar inflicted a 1-0 win against Zoo in Kericho. Read: Coach Nikola Kavazovic…

Millionaire businessman based in Dubai Ricardo Badoer has bought National Super League club Wazito FC, according to Business Today. Wazito, who were relegated from the Kenyan Premier League last season, are now owned by Badoer Investments Ltd, the global investment conglomerate run by Ricardo, “a flamboyant football fanatic,” who became its president in October. Ricardo has pledged to invest “a lot of money” in the club with an aim of making it “Africa’s most successful club.” “We have already invested in good players and we are certain to win the NSL next year,” he told Business Today, a website he…

Serbian gaffer Nikola Kavazovic has blasted AFC Leopards General Secretary Timothy Lilumbi, blaming him for his decision to leave the club. Lilumbi was quoted by Goal saying that the coach is free to leave as long as he returns sign on fee the club paid him. “As far as we are concerned, he’s still our coach, but we cannot stop him from moving if he has a better offer elsewhere. He will just have to write to the club and return the signing on fee to the club,” said Lilumbi. The statement did not go down well with the former…

Turkish Cypriot Hassan Oktay has been appointed as the new coach of Kenyan Premier League giants Gor Mahia on a two-year deal. Oktay, who arrived in the country last week inked the deal today (Monday) as confirmed by the club’s president Ambrose Rachier. He will be deputised by Zedekiah “Zico” Otieno, who took care of the team on an interim basis following the exit of Dylan Kerr. “We have appointed Hassan Oktay to be the head coach of the team and that means he will replace Dylan Kerr and will be assisted by Zedekiah Otieno. Read: Hassan Oktay Set To Replace…

Chelsea have identified their fan who allegedly abused Man City winger Raheem Sterling racially and reported him to the police. The incident occurred Saturday night during a Premier League match between the two clubs at Stamford Bridge. The England international has been hailed for the way he laughed in the face of the despicable abuse. Chelsea are said to have identified the suspect after studying CCTV footage in the stadium and TV pictures from BT Sport and have given his details to the Met. Read: Coach Nikola Kavazovic Proud Of Leopards Performance Against Sharks Detectives have interrogated Raheem over the incident…

Tusker’s Ruaraka Grounds, Thika Municipal Stadium and Mumias Sports Complex have been banned from hosting KPL games until further notice. The tough verdict was delivered by Stadia Safety and Security Committee of the league body. The committee recommended that the stadiums undergo a face lift to their satisfaction before the ban can be lifted. Teams that registered the grounds as their home grounds have been advised to seek alternative venues. Do you have a story you want told? Do you know of a sensitive story you would like us to get our hands on? Email your news TIPS to Editor@kahawatungu.com  Also…