Top players in Kenyan football will be celebrated at FKF's Awards Gala with the event date now officially revealed.
Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has announced that the annual Awards Gala to celebrate the achievements of the 2023/24 season will be held on Friday, July 26th, at the Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi.
This event is set to honor the standout players and teams who excelled in the recent football season.
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FKF Chief Executive Officer Barry Otieno shared details of the upcoming event in a statement.
"The FKF Awards Gala for the 2023/24 season will take place on July 26th. We are excited to invite the five top-ranked teams from each FKF men's Division One zone to join us in celebrating the spirit of sportsmanship and achievement displayed throughout the season," Otieno said as per People Daily.
The gala is scheduled to start at 5:30 PM, with the federation requesting that each club sends a representative, ideally the club chairperson, to partake in the festivities.
The CEO highlighted the importance of confirming attendance to ensure smooth planning for what promises to be an evening of glamour and recognition.
"We urge all clubs to confirm their attendance by submitting the name and contact information of their representatives no later than Monday, July 22nd," added Otieno.
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One of the highlights of the season was Gor Mahia securing their 21st Premier League title, marking their second consecutive win, and thus continuing their dominance in Kenyan football.
They are set to receive a prize of Ksh5million for their victory.
Gor Mahia's success also earned them a spot in the prestigious CAF Champions League, while Kenya Police, winners of the FKF Cup, will participate in the Confederation Cup.
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The Kenya Police women team will also be in the spotlight after an undefeated season in the FKF Women's Premier League, making them strong contenders for team awards.
Their coach, Beldine Odemba, is a nominee for the women's coach of the year award, alongside other distinguished coaches.
In the individual awards category, Gor Mahia's forward, Benson Omalla, is expected to be honored as the top scorer of the men’s season with 19 goals.
His remarkable performance has been one of the talking points of the season and showcases the high level of talent present in Kenyan football.
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The event is not only a celebration of the winners but also an acknowledgment of the efforts and sportsmanship of all teams throughout the season.
"This gala is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements and sportsmanship displayed throughout the 2023/24 FKF league season. Your presence will add significant value to this prestigious event," the statement concluded.
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