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Gor Mahia coach Akonnor impressed with his side ahead of Champions League battle

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Gor Mahia players warm up during their Cecafa Kagame Cup preparations in Kigali. [Gor Mahia FC]

Gor Mahia coach Charles Akonnor believes the ongoing Cecafa Kagame Cup has given his side the perfect platform to prepare for the upcoming CAF Champions League qualifiers after K’Ogalo booked a place in the tournament final.

The Kenyan champions will face Rwanda's Rayon Sports in Friday's final at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali after surviving a tense semi-final against the Sudanese giants Al Hilal.

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