Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor remains confident his team can overturn a two-goal deficit against Pyramids FC.
The Kenyan champions lost 2-0 to the Egyptian side in the first leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary-round tie.
The two teams met at Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday.
Gor Mahia will now travel to Cairo for the return leg next Sunday. They need at least three goals to take control of the tie.
Pyramids Take Control
Pyramids made a strong start and scored twice before halftime.
Walid El Karti opened the scoring before Mahmoud Saber added the second goal.
Akonnor admitted that Pyramids’ experience helped them secure the win.
The Egyptian club has already played four league matches this season. Several players in their squad also have national team experience.
Despite the loss, Akonnor believes Gor Mahia can still turn the tie around.
He wants his players to stay confident and improve their performance in key moments.
Akonnor Plans Cairo Comeback
The Ghanaian coach took encouragement from Gor Mahia’s improved display in the second half.
Looking ahead to the return match, Akonnor said the team will use the coming week to prepare.
His plan is to develop a tactical approach that can help Gor Mahia compete in Cairo.
The coach also wants his players to improve their confidence and finishing.
“We will find a strategy and an idea of how we want to play in Cairo. Then we will see the way forward,” Akonnor said.
Gor Mahia’s Poor Run Continues
The defeat extended Gor Mahia’s difficult run of form.
K’Ogalo had gone six matches without a win before Sunday’s game.
Their last victory came against Djiboutian side Garde Républicaine in the CECAFA Kagame Cup.
A major comeback in Egypt will now be necessary for Gor Mahia to keep their Champions League campaign alive.
Pyramids have a strong advantage after winning the first leg 2-0.
Pyramids Hold Continental Experience
Pyramids have established themselves as a strong force in African football.
The Egyptian club won its first CAF Champions League title in 2025.
Gor Mahia, meanwhile, hope to return to the group stage of Africa’s top club competition.
For Akonnor, the focus now shifts to preparing his players for a crucial night in Cairo.
