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Gor Mahia's Akonnor named SportPesa Premier League Coach of the season

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Gor Mahia tactician Charles Akonnor posses with the SportPesa Premier League coach of the year award on June 4, 2026. [Jonah Onyango,Standard]

Former Ghana national team coach Charles Akonnor has been named the 2025/26 SportPesa Premier League Coach of the Season after leading Gor Mahia to another league title in his first year in charge.

Akonnor received the award during the inaugural SportPesa League Gala Night held on Thursday at the Glee Hotel. The former Black Stars captain helped Gor Mahia reclaim the league crown and extend their record to 22 titles.

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