Allan Thigo, Harambee Stars and Gor Mahia icon, passes away

Thigo was a rare "player-cum-coach" who dominated the pitch for 12 seasons...

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Allan Thigo, a celebrated legend of Kenyan football, has passed away at his home in Bungoma County. The former midfielder was renowned for his impactful career with Gor Mahia and the national team, Harambee Stars, during the 1970s and 1980s.

Allan Thigo, a midfield icon known as the "90-minute Man" and "midfield general".
Gor Mahia and the Harambee Stars national football team.
He was part of the historic Harambee Stars squad that qualified for their first Africa Cup of Nations finals in Cameroon.

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