- Gor Mahia have named a 25-man squad set to travel to Tanzania for a high-profile clash against Simba SC.
- The Kenyan giants are the invited team for the annual Simba Day celebrations, scheduled for Wednesday, September 10, 2025.
- The friendly fixture will act as a vital warm-up ahead of the 2025/26 Kenya Premier League campaign as Gor Mahia look to reclaim the top-flight title.
Record Kenyan champions Gor Mahia have announced a 25-man squad set to travel to Tanzania for a clash against Simba SC in the annual Simba Day celebrations on Wednesday, 10 September 2025.
Harambee Stars midfielder Austine Odhiambo has been included in the travelling party following his surprise omission from the national team despite being the joint top scorer in the recently concluded African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024.
Five players currently on international duty: Alpha Onyango, Michael Kibwage, Lewis Bandi, Ben Stanley Omondi and Sylvester Owino have also been included.
The club confirmed the players will join the team in Dar es Salaam on Wednesday after completing their 2026 World Cup qualifier against Seychelles on Tuesday.
“A total of 25 players will be travelling to Tanzania tonight for the match against Simba SC on Wednesday; those engaged in national team duties to join the team in Dar es Salaam,” the club posted.
New signings Siraj Mohammed, Fidel Origa, Felix Oluoch and the Ghanaian duo of George Amonoo and Ebenezer Adu-Kwaw are also part of the contingent making the trip.
Meanwhile, Alphonce Omija has been omitted from the travelling party amid reports linking him with a move to Tunisian Giants Etoile Sportive du Sahel.
The clash against Simba will present a great chance for new head coach Charles Akonnor to test his side against strong continental opposition.
Along with his new technical staff, he aims to use this encounter as preparation for the upcoming 25/26 Kenya Premier League season, as the squad seeks to move on from their trophyless 24/25 campaign.
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What is Simba Day?
Simba Day is an annual celebration organized by Tanzanian outfit Simba just before the start of a new season. The club uses the occasion to unveil new signings ahead of the Tanzania Premier League campaign.
Simba also curates the day into a festival where top artists mostly from the country entertain the crowds with live performances.
The climax of the festivities ends with a friendly match between Simba and an invited club which is going to be Gor Mahia in 2025.
Gor Mahia travelling squad for Simba Day 2025
GOALKEEPERS: Gad Mathews, Kevin Omondi
DEFENDERS: Philemon Otieno, Paul Ochuoga, Bryton Onyona, Sylvester Owino, Joshua Onyango, Mike Kibwage, Lewis Bandi, Siraji Mohammed
MIDFIELDERS: Ernest Wendo, Lawrence Juma, Enock Morrison, Fidel Origa, Ben Stanley, Austin Odhiambo, Alpha Onyango
FORWARDS: Samuel Kapen, Patrick Essombe, Chris Ochieng, George Amonoo, Ebenezer Adu-Kwaw, Shariff Musa, Felix Ouoch, Mark Shaban
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TECHNICAL STAFF
Head Coach – Charles Akonnor
Assistant Coach – Kobi-Mensah Bismark
Goalkeeper Coach – Ben Owu
Video Analyst – Joshua Kofi
Team Doctor – Brian Odongo
Kit Manager – Ibrahim Odero