Newly acquired Nairobi City Stars center back Brian Opinde is raring to go following his arrival from Eldoret-bases Langas Super Stars, a team featuring in Division 2, the fourth tier of Kenyan football hierarchy.
Opinde was scouted while featuring for PASC Langa in Safaricom Chapa Dimba tournament, and joined Simba wa Nairobi in time for the upcoming season.
🚀 Exciting News! 🚀
We’re thrilled to welcome Brian Opinde to the Nairobi City Stars family! 🌟⚽ Brian joins us from Langas Super Stars FC, and we can’t wait to see his talent in action.
Welcome aboard, Brian! Let’s achieve great things together! 🙌🔥#Simbawanairobi pic.twitter.com/zoH3dPqUUI
— Official Nairobi City Stars Fc (@NrbCityStars) September 10, 2024
He talked of his entry to the City Stars and his early days at the club;
“One day I was a division 2 player and the next thing I was at City Stars signed for the season. This is a dream come true and I wish to make the most out of this rare opportunity,”
“I received a good welcome to the team and training has been good and through the guidance of the coaches I have quickly adapted to the team’s philosophy and approach,”
Opinde sat out the league opener against Bidco United but made the cut for the next game against Mara Sugar though he was an un used substitute.
He’s is overly optimistic of making it to the match day squad in upcoming games.
“The two games gave me a glimpse of the top light. The team played very well and I, as much as I did not play, picked lots of lessons,”
“When the time comes and it’s my turn (to play) I’ll be ready.” he said confidently
Opinde was one of four new players roped in for the season besides flyer Andre Kalama, midfielder James Ssemambo, and left back Stephen Bulugu.
Brian Opinde @Hope Centre on Wed 18 Sep 2024