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10 Nov 2020

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Nairobi City Stars squad for the 2020/2021 Premier League season

Patrick November 10, 2020

Nairobi City Stars will navigate the first leg of the 2020-21 FKF premier league season with a total of 29 players: three (3) goal keepers, nine (9) defenders, 12 midfielders, and five (5) strikers.

A total of eleven new players onboarded in the offseason and this includes goalkeepers Elvis Ochoro (Hakati Sportiff) and Stephen Njunge (Wazito FC).

Defenders Mukisa Lubowa Yusuf (Proline FC) from Uganda, left back Herit Mungai (Posta Rangers) and centre-back Kenedy Onyango (Kakamega Homeboyz) all joined Simba wa Nairobii.

Midfielders; Rowland Makati (Vapor Sports), Timothy Ouma (Laiser Hill Academy), Ronney Kola (KSG Ogopa FC), Sven Yida (Kariobangi Sharks) also joined the club in the offseason as well as flyer Rodgers Okumu (Coast Stima) and striker Erick Ombija (Gor Mahia).

Two players; – Makati and Kola – will however head out on loan at second tier side Nairobi Stima to seek work experience over the season.

Last season’s captain Noah Abich, who has since retired from playing, drops to the bench to become an apprentice to coach Sanjin joining former City Stars players John Amboko and Arthur Museve.

Full 2020/21 Squad & jersey numbers

Goal keepers: 1. Elvis Ochoro, 16. Jacob Osano, 23. Stephen Njunge

Defenders: 4. Salim Abdalla, 5. Wesley Onguso, 8. Calvin Masawa, 17. Yusuf Mukisa Lubowa, 22. Wycliffe Otieno, 12. Edwin Buliba, 15. John Kamau, 25. Kenedy Onyango, 28. Herit Mungai Atariza

Midfielders: 2. Elvis Noor Ojiambo, 3. Charles Otieno, 6. Ronny Kola, 7. Rodgers Okumu, 10. Peter Opiyo, 14. Rowland Makati, 18. Sven Yidah, 19. Jimmy Bageya, 20. Timothy Ouma, 21. Oliver Maloba, 27. Azizi Okaka, 30. Anthony Kimani,

Strikers: 9. Vincent Otieno, 11. Davis Agesa, 24. Erick Ombija, 29. Ebrima Sanneh, 32. Ezekiel Odera,

Technical Bench:

Head coach – Sanjin Alagic, Assistant head coach – Nihad Nalbantic, First assistant coach – John Amboko, Second assistant coach – Noah Abich, Goalkeeper coach – Zachary Onyango, Team manager – Neville Pudo, Trainer – Arthur Museve, Team Physio – Brian Odongo, Kit Manager – Joseph Andere

08 Nov 2020

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Friendly: Bidco United 1 Nairobi City Stars 1

Patrick November 8, 2020

Host Bidco United came from behind to tie Nairobi City Stars 1-1 at the Thika Stadium on Saturday 7 November 2020 during a pre-season friendly played over two extended halves.

While City Stars won the first, Bidco United reversed the tide to claim the second half.

Skipper Anthony Muki Kimani sent Simba wa Nairobi 1-0 up after 20 minutes when he converted a penalty awarded after winger Vincent Jamaica Otieno forced a handball in the box.

On the other half, immediate former Muranga SEAL player Anthony Gathu, rattled home a poor clearance that dropped outside the box to level matters.

In the past two Saturdays City Stars played hosts Ligi Ndogo and Kariobangi Sharks and registered a 4-0 win and 1-1 draw, respectively.

“I am satisfied with how the team played the game and the outcome especially in the first half and overall progression of the team since we started preseason. In the next few weeks we will be fully ready for the season.” said head coach Sanjin Alagic after the game

More friendly games have been lined up in the weeks to come.

Teams

City Stars Team 1: Steve Njunge, Wycliffe Otieno, Salim Abdalla, Kenedy Onyango, Herit Mungai, Sven Yidah, Peter Opiyo, Anthony Kimani, Rodgers Okumu (Davis Agesa), Vincent Otieno, Erick Ombija

Bidco Team 1: Zamu Adisa (GK), David Kalama, Anthony Simasi, Eric Odhiambo, Lampard Oyuga, Jacob Onyango, Stephen Okiro, Wilfred Korir (Nelson Chieta), Stephen Waruru, Emmanuel Mogaka, Eric Gathimu (Jackton Oketch)

Scores; Bidco United 0 Nairobi City Stars 1

City Stars Team 2: Jacob Osano, Wesley Onguso (Timothy Ouma), Edwin Buliba, Lubowa Yusuf Mukisa (Ronney Kola), Calvin Masawa, Elvis Ojiambo, Charles Otieno (Rowland Makati), Oliver Maloba, Davies Agesa (Jimmy Bageya), Ezekiel Odera (Zohran Boston – guest player), Azizi Okaka

Bidco United Team 2: Brian Opondo (GK), Francis Odour, Wilson Anekeya, Geoffrey Kariuki, Kassim Mwinyi, Antony Gathu, Victor Ayugi, David Orem (Henry Omollo), Edwin Walamwa (Stephen Waruru), Noah Wafula, Pistone Mutamba

Scores: Bidco United 1 Nairobi City Stars 0

Out for Nairobi City Stars: Ebrima Sanneh, John Kamau (both injured), Elvis Ochoro (On duty – Kenya U20)

Eyes on the ball for City Stars forward Vincent Jamaica Otieno against Bidco United at Thika Stadium on Sat 7 Nov 2020. The game ended 1-1

Pep talk at the water break by coach Sanjin Alagic during a City Stars – Bidco United game on Sat 7 Nov 2020 at Thika Stadium

07 Nov 2020

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Rooney Kola Oyaro during hs unveiling at Nairobi City Stars offices on Tue 1 Sep 2020

Makati, Kola head out on loan

Patrick November 7, 2020

Two young prospects, Rowland Makati and Ronney Kola, will join second-tier side Nairobi Stima FC on loan for the first part of the 2020/21 season, commencing mid-November 2020.

The pair were identified during the Chapa Dimba Nairobi regional finals held at Jamhuri High School before securing moves to the club from lower-tier sides Vapor Sports (Makati) and Kenya School of Government (KSG) (Kola).

The loan move is aimed at providing the duo with valuable match experience and aiding their development.

“Following recommendations from Head Coach Sanjin Alagić, the two players will join Nairobi Stima to gain competitive experience,” said Team Coordinator Samson Otieno.

“The coach believes their growth will benefit from regular game time in the NSL, which offers a strong platform for development given their progression from lower leagues,” he added.

Head Coach Sanjin Alagić also expressed confidence in the players’ potential:

“The two are quality players with a bright future. After a season in the NSL, we expect to reintegrate them into the squad as we prepare them for Premier League football.”

Both Makati and Kola joined Simba wa Nairobi in the offseason on long-term contracts.

04 Nov 2020

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Brian the new Physio

Patrick November 4, 2020

Brian Otieno Odongo, 26, has joined Nairobi City Stars to serve as a Physiotherapist.

In the past year Brian served Gor Mahia Youth in the same capacity while at the same time acting as an apprentice with the senior team.

He previously served as a Physio at Amurt Health Care centre and he continues to serve at Muchatha Health Care, a facility he manages.

“Brian has shown good professionalism since coming to City Stars and we are happy to engage his services for the upcoming season,” said club CEO Patrick Korir

“Since his arrival a long list of players have since been attended to and have fully recovered from various concerns. We are happy at how they were attended to and are confident he will deliver from his corner.”

Brian was quick to share his thoughts on the club as well as what he brings to the table.

“I take this time to thank Nairobi City Stars for giving me this opportunity to serve as the club physiotherapist,”

“I have seen them play in the past and liked how the club is organized. I therefore bring with me my vast knowledge and experience in Assessment, Diagnosis and treatment (Rehabilitation ) of various sports injuries that players pick from the game,”

“I’m an inspiring clinician with a committed and passionate approach to my work.” added Brian

Brian Odongo is the new team Physio

Brian Otieno Odongo is the new City Stars Physio

03 Nov 2020

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Herit Mungai joins City Stars on a one-year deal

Herit the final signing

Patrick November 3, 2020

Left channel operator Herit Mungai Atariza is the last new face at Nairobi City Stars in this transfer window after joining on a one-season deal.

Mungai, at home as a left back as well as left wing, was last in the ranks of Nationwide side Coast Stima.

On receiving Herit, team coordinator Samson Otieno said;

“Herit hands the coach good options on the left both at the back and further up. He is a quality player and on behalf of City Stars we welcome him on board,”

“With his arrival, City Stars has officially closed transfer activities in the current window.” confirmed Otieno

On his part Herit, a former Kariobangi Sharks, Posta Rangers and Kibera Black Stars player made a brief comment;

“It feels great to join City Stars as the club has been my dream team since I was a young lad.”

Herit will don jersey no. 28 at Simba wa Nairobi.

Apart from Herit, other new arrivals during the ended transfer window includes midfielders Rowland Makati (Vapor Sports), Ronney Kola Oyaro (Kenya School of Gov’t) and Timothy Ouma (Laiser Hill).

Others are defenders Kenedy Onyango (Kakamega Homeboyz) and Yusuf Mukisa Lubowa (Proline FC – Uganda), goal keepers Steve Njunge Ndungu (Wazito FC) and Elvis Ochoro (Hakati Sportiff).

Herit Mungai unveiled at Nairobi City Stars

Herit Mungai unveiled at Nairobi City Stars by club CEO Patrick Korir

Herit Mungai at Nairobi City Stars