Gor Mahia Coach Charles Akonnor Eyes Better Performance vs APR FC at CECAFA Kagame Cup

• Gor Mahia coach Charles Akonnor vows to improve team's performance against APR FC in CECAFA Kagame Cup.
• The Kenyan champions have only two weeks of preparations, but Akonnor believes the tournament is essential for building towards next season's CAF Champions League.
• Akonnor's technical bench has been conducting video analysis sessions with players to address defensive lapses exposed in their previous match against Rayon Sports.

The opponent started training earlier than us, but that is no excuse,

Gor Mahia's head coach Charles Akonnor is confident that his team can deliver a better performance against APR FC in the ongoing CECAFA Kagame Cup. Despite having only two weeks of preparations, Akonnor believes the tournament offers an essential opportunity for his side to build towards next season's CAF Champions League. The Kenyan champions' coach acknowledged that balancing pre-season training with competitive football has been a challenge, but he is determined to make the most out of this chance. In a recent press conference, Akonnor emphasized the importance of showcasing their talent in the tournament and giving their fans a good start.

Gor Mahia's loss to Rayon Sports on July 17 was not just a setback, but also an opportunity for growth. Akonnor's technical bench has been conducting video analysis sessions with players to address the defensive lapses exposed in that match. The coach believes that what happened against Rayon was an individual mistake defensively, and they are working hard to rectify it. By analyzing their mistakes, Gor Mahia is hoping to improve their performance against APR FC and give themselves a better chance of winning.

Many have tipped hosts APR as favourites due to home advantage, but Akonnor dismissed those factors as excuses. He believes that the opponent's earlier start in training is no reason to lose focus. The coach has identified areas where his team needs improvement and is confident that once they address these issues, there will be a bigger chance for them to win. With this mindset, Gor Mahia is ready to face APR FC at Amahoro Stadium on Friday.

Source: Original reporting via AllAfrica Rwanda