We are very confident – Charles Akonnor trusts Gor Mahia squad to handle title pressure

CK AkonnorGor Mahia coach Charles Akonnor has expressed strong belief in his players’ ability to handle the mounting pressure of the Kenyan Premier League title race, pointing to the squad’s growth over recent months as reason for optimism.K’Ogalo reinforced their position at the summit with a commanding 3-0 victory over KCB at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday, restoring a six-point cushion over second-placed AFC Leopards, who have a game in hand.Speaking after the win, the Ghanaian tactician drew a contrast between this Gor Mahia side and the one from earlier in the season.”If you looked at it some four, five months ago, we would be a little bit worried, but now we are very confident of how the players possess things and how they play,” Akonnor said.His words reflect a team that has matured under pressure, learning to control games and dictate terms against opposition. The performance against KCB exemplified that growthaggressive without the ball, precise in possession, and ruthless in attack.With five crucial fixtures ahead, including encounters with Posta Rangers, Ulinzi Stars, Shabana, Tusker FC, and Kariobangi Sharks, the title race remains far from decided. But Akonnor’s confidence in his squad suggests Gor Mahia believe they have what it takes to go the distance.



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