Today is the final day for applications to the coveted Gor Mahia head coach role, as the club races against time to assemble a technical bench ahead of the 2025/26 season.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsThe Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) giants had announced the vacancy last week but have remained tight-lipped about the number or identity of those who have applied.##NAJAVA_MECA_9012051##Still, expectations are high that some of the continent’s top tacticians have expressed interest, given the club’s high-profile history and strict requirements.In an interview with Nation Sport, club chairman Ambrose Rachier confirmed that Gor Mahia is targeting a well-established African coach with a proven record on the continent.“We need a qualified coach who will bring a turnaround in the club’s performance. We’re looking for the best candidate—one who is hungry for success and understands modern football tactics, sports science, and data analysis,” said Rachier.Inside three major match fixing scandals that rocked the 2024–25 FKFPL seasonMahia officially began the rebuilding process last Friday by announcing several technical and administrative vacancies.These include the positions of head coach, assistant coach, team manager, goalkeeper trainer, and team doctor. The club also declared the CEO position vacant, currently held by Raymond Oruo since 2021.To be considered for the top coaching job, applicants must hold a CAF A or UEFA Pro coaching license, and have at least eight years of experience managing a national team or top-tier club.Selebwa leaves Samwest, eyes NSL promotion projectThe club made it clear that coaching success will be evaluated based on titles won and the competitiveness of those tournaments.Coaches who have lifted trophies in the CAF Champions League, Confederation Cup, or Africa Cup of Nations will be given priority, with a preference for those who have worked within the African football ecosystem.##NAJAVA_MECA_9009520##Despite the club’s stated preference for an African tactician, a section of fans has voiced support for a British coach, pointing to Gor’s previous success under British leadership.Meanwhile, the assistant coach role requires a CAF B or UEFA B license, with local coaches who have managed in the FKF Premier League or other top African leagues enjoying an added advantage.However, some fans have criticized the club’s decision to recruit the assistant coach separately, arguing that the incoming head coach should be allowed to pick his own backroom staff.
